¡Alarma!
Daniel Amos · 1981
51 min · 19 tracks · Christian rock
A vibrant fusion of new wave and rock, blending catchy hooks with insightful lyrics that challenge societal norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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¡Alarma! — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic urgency, combining infectious energy with a call for awareness about societal issues.
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My Room — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and melodic structure, reflecting personal struggles against a backdrop of energetic instrumentation.
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Big Time / Big Deal — A dynamic blend of satire and catchy rhythms, this song critiques materialism while maintaining an engaging pop sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends new wave and rock with thoughtful lyrics, showcasing strong composition and craft.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Big Time / Big Deal', which shifts from a driving beat to a more reflective pace mid-song.
- The lyrics often employ metaphor and social commentary, particularly evident in tracks like 'Walls of Doubt' and 'Cloak & Dagger'.
- The album closes with a demo version of 'My Room', which contrasts with the polished production of earlier tracks, adding an introspective finish.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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¡Alarma!
The repeated refrain calls listeners to action, emphasizing a sense of urgency about social issues.
This direct appeal contrasts with the more abstract themes found elsewhere on the album, making it a rallying cry that engages listeners.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Central Theme 3:20
- 2 ¡Alarma! 3:21
- 3 Big Time / Big Deal 3:06
- 4 Props 1:59
- 5 My Room 3:23
- 6 Faces to the Window 2:32
- 7 Cloak & Dagger 2:18
- 8 Colored By 2:59
- 9 C&D Reprise 0:45
- 10 Through the Speakers 2:41
- 11 Hit Them 2:28
- 12 Baby Game 2:44
- 13 Shedding the Mortal Coil 1:20
- 14 Endless Summer 2:52
- 15 Walls of Doubt 3:58
- 16 Ghost of the Heart 2:41
- 17 No Spaceship 2:33
- 18 Out of Town 2:36
- 19 My Room (demo version) 3:44
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