The Poison
Bullet for My Valentine · 2005
91 min · 23 tracks · punk · metalcore
A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and punk energy that channels raw emotion through powerful riffs and heartfelt lyrics.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experience
- Context
- Released on October 3, 2005, 'The Poison' was Bullet for My Valentine's debut album, launching them into the metalcore spotlight. At this point, the band was transitioning from local UK acts to international recognition, following their earlier EP 'Hand of Blood' in 2004 which had begun to build their fanbase.
- If you like
- punk, metalcore
- What next
- Scream Aim Fire — Continues the intense energy and melodic metalcore sound established in The Poison.
The Poison is an album by Bullet for My Valentine, released in 2005. A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and punk energy that channels raw emotion through powerful riffs and heartfelt lyrics. 'The Poison' achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number 128 on the Billboard 200 and reaching number one on the UK Rock Chart. Its lead single 'Tears Don't Fall' became a defining anthem of the genre, showcasing the band's influence on the evolving metalcore scene and earning critical acclaim for its songwriting and production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Poison sound like?
A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and punk energy that channels raw emotion through powerful riffs and heartfelt lyrics. Rooted in punk and metalcore. Start with "Her Voice Resides".
Is The Poison a good place to start with Bullet for My Valentine?
Yes, The Poison is recommended as a starting point for new Bullet for My Valentine listeners. A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and punk energy that channels raw emotion through powerful riffs and heartfelt lyrics. Released on October 3, 2005, 'The Poison' was Bullet for My Valentine's debut album, launching them into the metalcore spotlight. At this point, the band was transitioning from local UK acts to international recognition, following their earlier EP 'Hand of Blood' in 2004 which had begun to build their fanbase.
Who is The Poison for?
The Poison works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experience.
How many songs are on The Poison?
The Poison has 23 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Her Voice Resides.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro 2:22
- 2 Her Voice Resides Start here 4:18
- 3 4 Words (to Choke Upon) Standout 3:43
- 4 Tears Don’t Fall Standout 5:48
- 5 Suffocating Under Words of Sorrow (What Can I Do) 3:35
- 6 Hit the Floor 3:30
- 7 All These Things I Hate (Revolve Around Me) Standout 3:45
- 8 Room 409 4:01
- 9 The Poison 3:39
- 10 10 Years Today 3:56
- 11 Cries in Vain 3:56
- 12 Spit You Out 4:07
- 13 The End 6:45
- 14 7 Days 3:24
- 15 My Fist, Your Mouth, Her Scars 3:52
- 16 Spit You Out (live at Brixton Academy, London) 4:17
- 17 All These Things I Hate (Revolve Around Me) (live at Brixton Academy, London) 4:03
Disc 2
- 1 Hand of Blood 3:32
- 2 4 Words (To Choke Upon) Standout 3:49
- 3 Suffocating Under Words of Sorrow (What Can I Do) 3:35
- 4 4 Words (To Choke Upon) (filmed live at Club Quattro, Shibuya, Tokyo) 3:43
- 5 Suffocating Under Words of Sorrow (What Can I Do) (filmed live at Club Quattro, Shibuya, Tokyo) 3:39
- 6 Cries in Vain (filmed live at Club Quattro, Shibuya, Tokyo) 4:12
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