Zombie EP
The Devil Wears Prada · 2010
22 min · 5 tracks · metalcore
A relentless metalcore assault intertwines haunting melodies with aggressive instrumentation, evoking a post-apocalyptic urgency.
Top tracks — play these first
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Escape — Opening with a blend of melodic riffs and harsh vocals, this track encapsulates the EP's apocalyptic theme and sets an intense tone for the listener.
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Anatomy — This song employs intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, reflecting both physical and emotional struggle, making it a vital representation of the EP's narrative arc.
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Survivor — Closing the EP, this track combines aggressive instrumentation with a message of resilience, leaving listeners with a powerful sense of hope amidst chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP combines aggressive instrumentation with melodic elements, maintaining a cohesive theme while showcasing strong dynamics.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a rapid-fire drum pattern and aggressive guitar riffs, establishing a high-energy pace that persists throughout the EP.
- Each song features alternating clean and harsh vocals, creating a dynamic contrast that enhances the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
- The final track ends with a gradual fade-out, allowing for a moment of reflection after the relentless energy of the preceding songs.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, intense listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- dark, immersive atmospheres
- urgent and driving energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Zombie EP marks The Devil Wears Prada's third release, following their commercially successful album 'With Roots Above and Branches Below' in 2009. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore scene while exploring thematic narratives about survival and horror.
- Stylistic neighbors
- August Burns Red· Parkway Drive· Killswitch Engage
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Revive
It shifts from despair to determination as the narrator resolves to fight against overwhelming odds.
This transition reflects a pivotal thematic shift in the EP, emphasizing resilience and struggle against adversity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Escape 4:35
- 2 Anatomy 3:41
- 3 Outnumbered 4:36
- 4 Revive 4:53
- 5 Survivor 4:32
What to play next
Dead Throne
2011
Continues the intense themes and sound, deepening the exploration of despair.
With Roots Above and Branches Below
2009
Sets the stage with similar energy and lyrical depth leading into Zombie EP.
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