A Not So Tragic Cover Up
Chasing Victory · 2004
18 min · 5 tracks · punk rock
Energetic punk rock anthems blend raw emotion with catchy hooks and introspective lyrics that challenge personal and social norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Is This What You Want? — This track opens the album with a burst of energy, introducing listeners to its central themes of self-doubt and searching for purpose, setting the tone for what follows.
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Journal Entry — The contemplative lyrics delve into personal struggles and reflections, showcasing the band's ability to blend vulnerability with their energetic sound.
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Violent and Armed — This song captures a sense of urgency and rebellion, contrasting emotional depth with aggressive instrumentation, making it a standout in live performances.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic punk rock with emotional lyrics but lacks standout compositional depth.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a fast-paced guitar riff that sets an energetic tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- The lyrics often address personal struggles and social issues, delivered with a raw vocal style that emphasizes emotion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Come Between Everything
The chorus escalates the tension by repeating a question about trust, amplifying feelings of betrayal and uncertainty amidst driving rhythms.
The repetition not only emphasizes the emotional weight of doubt but also mirrors the chaotic energy of the music itself, drawing listeners deeper into the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Is This What You Want? 3:33
- 2 Violent and Armed 3:27
- 3 Come Between Everything 3:53
- 4 Step Into the Light 2:58
- 5 Journal Entry 4:21
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