What makes A Graveyard of Empty Bottles by The Dogs D'Amour notable?

The album received positive critical reception and contributed to the band's growing reputation in the UK rock scene. It is often noted for its raw production quality and lyrical storytelling, reflecting the struggles and hedonism of life in the late '80s. This release helped reinforce their cult status among glam rock enthusiasts, influencing subsequent artists within the genre. Released in 1989, A Graveyard of Empty Bottles marked The Dogs D'Amour's third studio album, following their previous release, 1988's In the Dynamite Jet Saloon. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the glam punk scene, drawing attention with their raucous sound and rebellious themes.

How many songs are on A Graveyard of Empty Bottles?

A Graveyard of Empty Bottles has 10 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.

A Graveyard of Empty Bottles

The Dogs D'Amour · 1989

24 min · 10 tracks · glam punk

Raw glam punk energy is infused with melodic hooks and a gritty narrative style throughout this compact collection of tracks.

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I Think It's Love Again — This opening track captures the spirit of youthful infatuation colliding with punk bravado, setting a tone that resonates throughout the album.
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Bullet Proof Poet — The song's vivid imagery and poetic structure exemplify the band's unique blend of narrative lyricism and infectious melody, making it a standout moment.
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Swingin' the Bottle — With its carefree attitude and celebratory lyrics, this track embodies the quintessential glam punk ethos, showcasing the band's ability to merge rock swagger with humor.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends raw punk energy with melodic hooks, showcasing solid songwriting and performance.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature driving guitar riffs and a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the raw energy of the performances.
The album closes with two tracks that shift to a more subdued atmosphere, creating a contrast with the earlier high-energy songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 I Think It's Love Again 2:11
2 So Once Was I 2:17
3 Comfort of the Devil 2:21
4 Savior 2:37
5 Errol Flynn 2:16
6 Bullet Proof Poet 2:28
7 When the Dream Has Gone 1:44
8 Angel 3:26
9 Dynamite Jet Saloon 1:21
10 Swingin' the Bottle 3:37

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