Thankfully, the new album has a few songs that stand above the rest, even with its shorter length. Before part three comes out, the songs can be a great mental warm up.
“Heavy Is The Crown” by Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong
The album's first song undoubtedly sets the season's dramatic scenery. The strong and loud vocals turn this song into an audible movie trailer. It's fitting for a “booktok” atmosphere, which is something almost anyone with books or movies can love.
“I Can't Hear It Now” by Freya Ridings
Sadder songs appear to be less common in this album, but they're very welcome. The vocals sing with a heartfelt sorrow and the background orchestra makes it easy to imagine the kind of scene it would play in. Bring on the pain!
“Sucker” by Marcus King
The rhythm starts out fairly unique and King's voice has a nice country tone. Imagine a confident stroll from a super cool main character, singing to themselves with a kind of cunning smirk ... that's what this song feels like.
“Renegade” by Raja Kumari, Stefflon Don and Jarina De Marco
Just like “Sucker,” this song starts off strong. However, less so than the previous track, it's very fast-paced and modernistic. Rap is reimagined in a theatrical pop rhythm that's almost difficult to keep up with unless it's for a fight.
“Hellfire” by FEVER 333
At first it sounds like the other songs, but the beat drop deserves a few wide eyes. If chaotic anger had a playlist, this would be on it. The vocals stick out, especially when screaming of “dying alone” leads into the electronic beat.
“To Ashes and Blood” by Woodkid
This song brings back the movie trailer feeling with a serious rhythm and chorus. The drums and vocals are arguably the best part. Playing this song in the car may lead to some kind of reckless behavior, perhaps induced by the fighting spirit.
“Paint The Town Blue” by Ashnikko, Arcane and League of Legends
Doja Cat did it first, but who would have thought of painting the town blue instead of red? It's a classic “rebellious” sounding song, talking about painting the town blue because “red is all around you,” or more specifically, “blood and gore.” Morbid, but fun for a night out.
“Blood Sweat & Tears” by Sheryl Lee Ralph
The more the playlist continues, the more familiar the songs begin to sound. Many of them hold similar elements and sounds, especially with the mix between rock and pop. It's stimulating, but it certainly could use a different sound by this point.
“Come Play” by Stray Kids, Young Miko and Tom Morello
Stray Kids could never disappoint. The rap kicks off as strongly as the beat, with lots of Korean lyrics. When looking for a breath of fresh audio, it somewhat counts. The beat is catchy and exciting to sing along to and the guitar in the background is enjoyably prominent.
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