A Wolf Amongst Ravens Link
: The song is played at 136 Beats Per Minute (BPM) with a
: The opening lines, "Into the grey, a wolf amongst ravens," suggest a protagonist who is an outsider or a predator hiding in plain sight. A Wolf Amongst Ravens
: Rhythm guitar (Lowe was a co-founder who tragically passed away in 2015). Dan Carle : Drums. Lerichard "Lee" Foral : Bass. Critical and Fan Reception : The song is played at 136 Beats
is the closing track from the 2013 album Wolves Within by the American progressive metalcore band After the Burial . Released through Sumerian Records , the song is widely considered a staple of the "djent" subgenre and a fan favorite in the band's live performances. Composition and Style Lerichard "Lee" Foral : Bass
: The lyrics describe a "sickness" and a "distorted creation" while pleading for freedom ("Please set me free / I will remain amongst the filth").
time signature. Critics described its sound as "stupid heavy" and "percussive," characterized by choppy riffs and melodic leads.
The lyrics for "A Wolf Amongst Ravens" were written by vocalist . The song explores themes of alienation, struggle, and a descent into darkness: