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The Flood

Of Mice & Men · 2011

39 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal · metalcore · post-hardcore

Aggressive riffs intertwine with melodic passages, creating a turbulent landscape of emotional turmoil and raw energy.

Why listen to this

Best for
short, intense listening bursts dynamic emotional journeys aggressive energy release
Context
Released on January 1, 2011, 'The Flood' was Of Mice & Men's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2010. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the metalcore scene and expanding their sound while integrating more melodic elements.
If you like
alternative metal, metalcore, post-hardcore

The Flood is an album by Of Mice & Men, released in 2011. Aggressive riffs intertwine with melodic passages, creating a turbulent landscape of emotional turmoil and raw energy. 'The Flood' received significant attention for its blend of aggressive metalcore and post-hardcore influences, debuting at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album showcased the band's evolving songwriting capabilities, earning them critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase that appreciated their emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic instrumentation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Flood sound like?

Aggressive riffs intertwine with melodic passages, creating a turbulent landscape of emotional turmoil and raw energy. Rooted in alternative metal and metalcore.

What makes The Flood by Of Mice & Men notable?

'The Flood' received significant attention for its blend of aggressive metalcore and post-hardcore influences, debuting at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album showcased the band's evolving songwriting capabilities, earning them critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase that appreciated their emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic instrumentation. Released on January 1, 2011, 'The Flood' was Of Mice & Men's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2010. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the metalcore scene and expanding their sound while integrating more melodic elements.

Who is The Flood for?

The Flood works well if you're into short, intense listening bursts, dynamic emotional journeys and aggressive energy release.

How many songs are on The Flood?

The Flood has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·39:24

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

  • 1 O.G. Loko Standout 3:18
  • 2 Ben Threw 3:11
  • 3 Let Live Standout 4:16
  • 4 Still YDG’n 3:11
  • 5 My Understandings 2:33
  • 6 Ohioisonfire 3:08
  • 7 Purified 3:35
  • 8 Product of a Murderer Standout 3:52
  • 9 Repeating Apologies 3:43
  • 10 The Great Hendowski 3:06
  • 11 I’m a Monster 1:59
  • 12 When You Can’t Sleep at Night 3:32

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

39 min 24 sec