Wolves
Rise Against · 2017
40 min · 11 tracks · melodic hardcore
A raw blend of melodic hardcore infused with urgent political themes and anthemic choruses that urge collective action.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wolves Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The Violence — This track encapsulates the album’s overarching theme of societal conflict, merging haunting melodies with sharp, critical lyrics about the cycle of violence in modern life.
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Mourning in Amerika — With its poignant exploration of loss and despair in the face of national crises, this song stands out for its emotional weight and call for reflection amidst chaos.
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House on Fire — This track delivers a powerful critique of complacency amid crisis, using vivid imagery to illustrate urgency and the need for immediate action against societal injustices.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic melodies with political themes, creating a compelling yet familiar sound.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a driving guitar riff that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half of the album.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the anthemic quality and encouraging listener participation.
- The album includes moments of dynamic contrast, such as sudden shifts from intense instrumentation to quieter, reflective sections.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady anthems for group energy
- urgent political themes resonate deeply
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- consistent pacing for focused listening
- driving rhythms for motivation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of slow, sound
- prefer lengthy, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases continued vitality and relevance in their sound and themes.
- Career context
- Released on June 9, 2017, 'Wolves' is Rise Against's eighth studio album, following the commercially successful 'The Black Market' from 2014. At this point, the band was solidifying their legacy in punk rock, navigating a landscape increasingly marked by political discontent and social activism. This album marks a continuation of their commitment to addressing societal issues through their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Strike Anywhere· Against Me!· Pennywise
Tracklist
- 1 Wolves Start here 3:37
- 2 House on Fire 3:14
- 3 The Violence 3:48
- 4 Welcome to the Breakdown 3:03
- 5 Far From Perfect 3:32
- 6 Bullshit 4:12
- 7 Politics of Love 4:09
- 8 Parts Per Million 3:40
- 9 Mourning in Amerika 3:19
- 10 How Many Walls 3:50
- 11 Miracle 3:40
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