Shapes of Screams
Shapes of Screams is the third and final studio album by the British rock band LostAlone released on 7 April 2014 on Graphite Records.[1]
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| Released | 7 April 2014 | |||
| Recorded | 2013 | |||
| Genre | Progressive rock, post-hardcore, pop punk, rock | |||
| Length | 44:00 | |||
| Label | Graphite Records | |||
| Producer | Dan Weller | |||
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Release and promotion
Shapes of Screams was first previewed to fans at the Victoria Inn, Derby on 7 July 2013. LostAlone released the album's first single and music video, "The Bells! The Bells!" on 11 November 2013 as a free download. The album's title and release date was officially announced on 13 February 2014, alongside a headline UK tour in April.
LostAlone officially announced their third studio album, Shapes of Screams on 13 February 2014. Released on 7 April 2014 on Graphite Records to critical acclaim including a 5K (5/5) review in Kerrang! magazine and are currently touring the record.
"Shapes Of Screams is an album filled with first-kiss adrenaline, heart bursting happiness, life-affirming air-guitar moments and demented genius that will leave you delighted for hearing it" 5/5 Kerrang!
"That LostAlone aren’t Bon Jovi-massive yet is a source of consternation.” NME
"A fearless and absorbing work, it’s likely to be the finest rock album you’ll hear this year.” The Digital Fix
“Shapes Of Screams proves a continuation of their non-existent sonic boundaries.” Indulge Sound
"LostAlone continue their quest to resurrect epic, almost ridiculousl, grand rock on album three.” Total Guitar
"If I could only make one bold proclamation about music this year, it is this: LostAlone are the most underrated band in the world. Of all time" Alternative Press
Track listing
All tracks are written by Steven Battelle.
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Crusaders" | 4:58 |
| 2. | "The Bells! The Bells!!" | 4:13 |
| 3. | "Hostages (Destiny)" | 3:40 |
| 4. | "Sombre Party (Legacy)" | 2:58 |
| 5. | "G.U.I.L.T.Y" | 3:36 |
| 6. | "Mental Health" | 4:10 |
| 7. | "Apathy" | 3:01 |
| 8. | "Scarlet Letter Rhymes" | 3:48 |
| 9. | "I Was Born To End This Way" | 3:22 |
| 10. | "Requiem" | 3:53 |
| 11. | "Doooooooooomageddon (Global Thermonuclear Metafictional Warfare)" | 3:35 |
| 12. | "Breathing In the Future Exhaling the Past" | 2:46 |
| Total length: | 44:00 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 13. | "Method To My Madness" | 3:57 |
Personnel
- LostAlone
- Steven Battelle — Lead Vocals / Guitar
- Alan Williamson — Bass / Backing Vocals
- Mark Gibson — Drums / Backing Vocals
- Production personnel
Produced by Dan Weller
Mixed by Adam Noble
Mastered by Dick Beetham
Artwork by Jim Cork
Gospel choir on Requiem - Urban Voice Collective.
