Absolute Pleasure
Electric Six · 2014
61 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock
A playful blend of over-the-top lyrics and energetic rock grooves, infused with a sense of absurdity and humor.
Top tracks — play these first
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Danger! High Voltage! — This track embodies the band's signature blend of catchy hooks and humorous lyrics, making it a standout anthem that captures their quirky essence.
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Gay Bar — As one of their most recognizable songs, this track combines provocative themes with an infectious beat, illustrating the band's unabashed embrace of absurdity.
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Dance Commander — The song's danceable rhythm and commanding lyrics highlight the band's knack for creating infectious tracks that invite audience participation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy hooks with humorous lyrics, showcasing Electric Six's unique style within alternative rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a playful tone, followed by several songs that maintain a similar upbeat tempo.
- Many tracks feature repetitive hooks and choruses, which contribute to their catchiness and accessibility.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements alongside traditional rock instrumentation, adding to the eclectic sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- playful absurdity and humor
- dance party ignition vibes
- dynamic flow with surprises
- short bursts of energy
- frenetic fun for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek serious, deep narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Electric Six released Absolute Pleasure in 2014, they were already known for their eclectic style and satirical lyrics. This album followed their previous release, Mustang, and continued their tradition of combining rock with elements of disco and punk while maintaining a characteristic tongue-in-cheek approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Darkness· Weezer· OK Go
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dance Commander
The chorus repeatedly issues an energetic call to action, demanding listeners to join in the dance fervor.
This direct engagement encourages audience involvement, transforming a typical song into an interactive experience that defines Electric Six's live performances.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It's Showtime! 2:03
- 2 Down at McDonnelzzz 4:11
- 3 Danger! High Voltage! 4:03
- 4 Future Is in the Future 6:46
- 5 Dirty Ball 3:56
- 6 When I Get to the Green Building 4:06
- 7 Gay Bar 3:22
- 8 Infected Girls 3:23
- 9 Jam It in the Hole 3:19
- 10 She's White 3:01
- 11 Body Shot 3:33
- 12 Dance Epidemic 2:53
- 13 I Buy the Drugs 3:44
- 14 Hello! I See You 3:55
- 15 Crazy Horses 2:46
- 16 Dance Commander 3:01
- 17 Synthesizer 3:36
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