Released 20 years ago this October
Young Machetes
The Blood Brothers · 2006
51 min · 15 tracks · post-hardcore
Frantic rhythms and piercing vocals collide with chaotic instrumentation, embodying the raw energy of post-hardcore rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Set Fire to the Face on Fire — This explosive opener encapsulates the band's frenetic energy, featuring jagged guitar riffs and urgent vocal exchanges that set the tone for the entire album.
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We Ride Skeletal Lightning — The track's relentless tempo and intricate instrumentation highlight the band's ability to merge chaos with melody, making it a standout representation of their style.
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Camouflage, Camouflage — With its dynamic shifts and layered vocals, this song showcases the band's knack for creating tension and release, making it an essential moment on the album.
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Street Wars / Exotic Foxholes — The closing track masterfully blends various musical elements into a cohesive finale that reflects on themes of conflict and survival, leaving a lasting impression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases complex arrangements and chaotic energy, solidifying its place in post-hardcore.
What we noticed
- Many tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, often shifting from intense instrumentation to quieter moments before exploding back into frenetic sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- frantic rhythms energizing chaos
- short bursts of intensity
- screaming anthems for catharsis
- headbanging release at high volume
- late-night adrenaline-fueled sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, melodic flows
- seek calm, reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Young Machetes marked The Blood Brothers' fourth studio album and their first since disbanding in 2004. This record came during a phase of artistic evolution for the band, showcasing their signature blend of art punk and sasscore while exploring darker themes that would define their legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Locust· Refused· At the Drive-In
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Set Fire to the Face on Fire 2:19
- 2 We Ride Skeletal Lightning 3:22
- 3 Laser Life 2:44
- 4 Camouflage, Camouflage 4:53
- 5 You're the Dream Unicorn! 2:18
- 6 Vital Beach 2:35
- 7 Spit Shine Your Black Clouds 4:19
- 8 1, 2, 3, 4 Guitars 3:35
- 9 Lift the Veil, Kiss the Tank 4:05
- 10 Nausea Shreds Yr Head 2:10
- 11 Rat Rider 2:03
- 12 Johnny Ripper 2:39
- 13 Huge Gold AK-47 2:31
- 14 Street Wars / Exotic Foxholes 5:31
- 15 Giant Swan 5:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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