Big Ole Album Vol. 1
Artist: A Day To Remember
Genre: Metalcore
Record Label: Fuelled By Ramen
Release Date: 18 February 2025
A Day To Remember returns with Big Ole Album Vol. 1, delivering a blend of Hardcore, Metalcore, Pop Punk, and emotional ballads that highlight their versatility while staying true to their sound. The album navigates intensity, melody, and raw emotion, showing why ADTR continues to hold their place in the alternative scene.
The opening track, Make It Make Sense, comes out strong, mixing Hardcore and Metalcore elements to capture A Day To Remember?s recognizable style. With a heavy breakdown and a memorable chorus, the track is crafted to catch listeners? attention from the start. Its familiar verse-chorus structure and energetic feel make it easy to imagine in future live shows.
Following the powerful opener, Feedback keeps the momentum going with an urgent, fast-paced sound. The track wastes no time in building intensity, using distorted guitars and punchy drums to create a sense of urgency. The lyrics reflect frustration and defiance, matching the aggressive tone of the instrumentals. Its straightforward structure and driving rhythm give it a raw, unfiltered feel that captures the spirit of early Hardcore influences while maintaining a modern edge.
Bad Blood takes a different direction, leaning into a pop-inspired sound that recalls the band?s Punk Goes Pop covers. It keeps things melodic and accessible, appealing to fans who appreciate a lighter touch. Just when it feels predictable, the song shifts gears after the two-minute mark, adding a burst of intensity that keeps things interesting.
All My Friends taps into the band?s pop-punk roots, featuring a catchy chorus and a straightforward narrative. It?s simple but effective, bringing a sense of nostalgia that longtime fans will appreciate. On the heavier side, To The Death wastes no time in setting a tense atmosphere with stuttering synths before launching into hard-hitting riffs and aggressive vocals. It?s built for the mosh pit, leaning fully into the band?s Metalcore influences.
The pace slows down with Flowers and Lebron, both of which stick to a familiar sound without taking risks. They showcase the consistency that fans have come to expect from A Day To Remember, maintaining the album?s flow without drawing too much attention to themselves.
As is tradition for the band, there?s an emotional ballad, and this time it?s Die For Me. The slower tempo and heartfelt lyrics won?t be for everyone, but it?s bound to resonate with fans who appreciate the more vulnerable side of ADTR. It?s the kind of song that creates a quiet moment in a live set, offering a chance to reflect.
Miracle brings back a heavier sound, balancing somber tones with intense breakdowns. The mix of deep guttural screams and clean vocals keeps the song dynamic and engaging. Same Team continues in a similar vein but leans more on electronic verses balanced with full-band instrumentals. Its contrasting elements make it a track that stands out without feeling out of place.
Near the end of the album, Silence plays with contrast by moving between calm, melodic parts and sudden bursts of intensity. Its unpredictable structure keeps listeners paying attention, making it one of the more memorable songs on the album.
The album closes with Closer Than You Think, which ties everything together in a way that feels conclusive. Its layered instrumentation and reflective lyrics bring a sense of closure, wrapping up the album?s themes effectively.Big Ole Album Vol. 1 shows A Day To Remember?s ability to blend different styles while staying consistent with the sound they?re known for. From heavy breakdowns to catchy choruses and emotional ballads, the album covers a lot of ground without feeling scattered. It balances intensity and melody in a way that feels natural, offering something for fans who have followed the band from the beginning as well as newcomers. This release keeps A Day To Remember relevant and proves they still have plenty to offer.
Artists: A Day To Remember