What makes You Come Before You by Poison the Well notable?

This album is significant for its critical reception, often cited as a landmark in the metalcore genre. It debuted at number 23 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and has influenced countless bands within the hardcore and metalcore scenes, exemplifying a shift towards more melodic songwriting in heavy music. Released on July 1, 2003, 'You Come Before You' was Poison the Well's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'The Opposite of December.' At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the post-hardcore scene, expanding their sound with more melodic elements while maintaining their aggressive edge.

How many songs are on You Come Before You?

You Come Before You has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

You Come Before You

Poison the Well · 2003

43 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk · metalcore · post-hardcore

A visceral blend of emotional intensity and chaotic energy, straddling the line between hardcore punk and metalcore.

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Tracklist

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1 Ghostchant 3:33
2 Loved Ones (Excerpts From Speeches of How Great You Were, and Will Never Be Again) 3:53
3 For a Bandaged Iris 4:27
4 Meeting Again for the First Time 4:18
5 A) The View From Here Is... B) A Brick Wall 3:12
6 The Realist 3:49
7 Zombies Are Good for Your Health 2:24
8 The Opinionated Are So Opinionated 1:34
9 Apathy Is a Cold Body 5:00
10 Sounds Like the End of the World 4:24
11 Pleasant Bullet 3:35
12 Crystal Lake 2:50

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