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Engineered by Kurt Ballou at the band's longtime studio/practice spot God City, "No Heroes"
shows the band exploring new sonic textures while still retaining the palpable energy
they've become known for. While the album blazes out of the gate with the aptly titled
"Heartache," songs like "Orphaned" and the intense "Plagues" prove that breakneck speed
and heaviness aren't necessarily interrelated, and when Converge lower the tempo, they're
able to effortlessly transcend traditional notions of heaviness. Devotees of "Jane Doe" will
also be blown away by epic tracks like the nine-minute "Grim Heart/Black Rose," a doom
masterpiece which features guest vocals from Only Living Witness' Jonah Jenkins. From
Bannon's captivating artwork and introspective lyrics to Ballou's masterful production
techniques, Converge's artistic vision has always separated the band from their peers, and
"No Heroes" is no exception. Simply a great album.
Tracklist
Side A
1. Heartache
2. Hellbound
3. Sacrifice
4. Vengeance
5. Weight of the World
6. No Heroes
7. Plagues
8. Grim Heart
Side B
1. Black Rose
2. Orphaned
3. Lonewolves
4. Versus
5. Trophy Scars
6. Bare My Teeth
7. To The Lions