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With Roots Above and Branches Below

The Devil Wears Prada · 2009

40 min · 11 tracks · metalcore

A frenetic blend of metalcore energy and introspective lyrics wrapped in intricate guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energetic workout motivation
  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective lyrical exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2009, 'With Roots Above and Branches Below' was The Devil Wears Prada's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Plagues' in 2006. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore scene while experimenting with more melodic elements.
If this clicks, go next to
Dead Throne — Continues the intense energy and introspective themes explored in the current album.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sassafras 3:15
  • 2 I Hate Buffering 3:05
  • 3 Assistant to the Regional Manager 3:37
  • 4 Dez Moines 4:03
  • 5 Big Wiggly Style 4:13
  • 6 Danger: Wildman 4:01
  • 7 Ben Has a Kid 3:57
  • 8 Wapakalypse 3:43
  • 9 Gimme Half 4:21
  • 10 Louder Than Thunder 2:37
  • 11 Lord Xenu 3:25

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