Age
The Hidden Cameras · 2014
34 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
Playful melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating an eclectic tapestry of alternative rock that explores identity and community.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gay Goth Scene — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and witty narrative that captures the essence of youth subculture and queer identity.
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Skin & Leather — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its lush instrumentation and exploration of sensuality intertwined with vulnerability.
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Afterparty — With its reflective lyrics and atmospheric build-up, this song encapsulates the emotions of celebration and introspection after social gatherings.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends playful melodies with poignant lyrics, exploring identity through dynamic shifts and vivid imagery.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a vibrant track that features layered instrumentation, immediately establishing a playful tone.
- Each song typically features a chorus that contrasts with the verses, creating dynamic shifts in energy throughout the record.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal narratives, particularly focusing on themes of identity and community.
- Several tracks incorporate unexpected tempo changes, keeping the listener engaged and adding to the eclectic feel of the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies with poignant themes
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- intimate gatherings and celebrations
- thoughtful reflections on identity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want straightforward, linear narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 21, 2014, 'Age' is The Hidden Cameras' fifth studio album, following their 2006 release 'Awoo'. At this stage in their career, the band was embracing a more mature sound while continuing to explore themes of queerness and societal norms.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bouncing Souls· Tegan and Sara· of Montreal
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Skin & Leather 4:48
- 2 Bread for Brat 2:45
- 3 Doom 4:17
- 4 Gay Goth Scene 4:54
- 5 Afterparty 6:11
- 6 Carpe Jugular 4:51
- 7 Ordinary Over You 2:18
- 8 Year of the Spawn 4:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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