3
Tricot · 2017
38 min · 10 tracks · rock music
Intricate guitar riffs intertwine with frenetic rhythms, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound that challenges and captivates.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tokyo Vampire Hotel — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving energy and intricate guitar work, immediately immersing listeners into Tricot's world.
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Echo — In 'Echo,' the interplay between melodic lines and rhythmic shifts showcases the band's ability to blend technicality with emotive storytelling.
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Melon Soda — 'Melon Soda' stands out with its playful yet complex structure, encapsulating the band’s signature blend of whimsy and intensity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Tricot's '3' showcases intricate compositions and distinctive sound within the math rock genre.
What we noticed
- Each song typically includes multiple sections, often transitioning abruptly between contrasting musical ideas.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate rhythms that demand attention
- short bursts of energetic expression
- playful unpredictability throughout tracks
- vibrant soundscapes for engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, predictable music
- seek long, continuous listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, '3' is Tricot's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed sophomore release, 'And.' By this point, the band had solidified their unique sound within the math rock genre, showcasing both technical prowess and emotional depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tokyo Vampire Hotel 2:32
- 4 Dedede 3:28
- 5 Sukima 5:16
- 7 Pork Ginger 4:45
- 8 Echo 3:47
- 9 18, 19 4:02
- 10 Namu 2:46
- 11 Munasawagi 4:12
- 12 Setsuyakuka 4:29
- 13 Melon Soda 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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