A Greater Good
Neuroticfish · 2008
77 min · 16 tracks · futurepop
Dynamic electronic beats merge with emotive vocals, creating an immersive soundscape that defines the futurepop genre.
Top tracks — play these first
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Can't Stop a Riot — This opening track sets the tone with its pulsating rhythms and urgent lyrics, capturing the album's central themes of societal unrest and personal struggle.
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A Greater Good — The title track encapsulates the album's exploration of moral dilemmas and sacrifice, featuring haunting melodies that linger long after listening.
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Prostitute — With its provocative lyrics and catchy hooks, this track stands out as a sharp critique of exploitation and societal norms within a danceable framework.
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I Don't Need the City — This song offers a reflective take on urban alienation, contrasting vibrant synths with introspective lyrics that resonate with listeners seeking solace.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic production with emotional depth, though it may not resonate as strongly over time.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving beats, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.
- Many songs incorporate layered synths and vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the emotional themes.
- Several tracks utilize dynamic shifts in intensity, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, which emphasizes the lyrical content.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- introspective themes for deep thought
- immersive soundscapes for reflection
- consistent flow throughout the album
- synth-driven melodies for fans
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy singles
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 8, 2008, A Greater Good marked Neuroticfish's return after a hiatus following their previous album, Gelb, in 2003. This album represents a significant reinvention for the band, as they explored deeper emotional themes and refined their production techniques, showcasing their evolution within the futurepop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- VNV Nation· Assemblage 23· Covenant
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Can't Stop a Riot 5:14
- 2 A Greater Good 4:04
- 3 M.F.A.P.L. 2008 4:50
- 4 Prostitute 4:10
- 5 Skin 4:06
- 6 The Bomb 5:55
- 7 Velocity 4:59
- 8 Need 5:29
- 9 Close 3:48
- 10 I Don't Need the City 4:38
- 11 It's Not Me 5:16
- 12 Care 5:35
- 13 Suffocating Right 5:12
- 14 Wake Me Up 5:11
- 15 Black Again 5:08
- 16 Waste 3:57
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