What makes All Day with It by IllScarlett notable?

'All Day with It' gained significant attention for its chart performance, peaking at number 12 on the Canadian Albums Chart and solidifying IllScarlett's presence in the punk scene. The album's blend of genres helped pave the way for future punk-reggae fusion bands, contributing to the evolving landscape of Canadian music. In 2007, IllScarlett released 'All Day with It' as their debut album, following a series of successful EPs that established their unique sound. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from local favorites in Canada to a broader audience, showcasing their ability to merge punk and reggae influences.

How many songs are on All Day with It?

All Day with It has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

All Day with It

IllScarlett · 2007

36 min · 10 tracks · punk rock

A vibrant blend of punk rock energy and reggae-infused rhythms creates an infectious, high-spirited sonic landscape throughout the album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Life of a Soldier — This track encapsulates the band's thematic exploration of struggle and resilience while delivering an energetic chorus that showcases their punk rock roots.
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Pacino — With its catchy hooks and clever lyrics, this song exemplifies IllScarlett's playful yet edgy approach, making it a standout track that resonates with listeners.
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Wake Up — This song features a compelling mix of introspective lyrics and upbeat instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to balance serious themes with an uplifting sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends punk and reggae effectively but lacks depth in songwriting and production polish.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a fast tempo with aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns that enhance the reggae influence within the punk framework.
The album closes with a track that incorporates orchestral elements, contrasting sharply with the preceding punk sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Who's Got It 3:33
2 Nothing Special 3:28
3 Clearer Now 2:55
4 Life of a Soldier 3:55
5 Pacino 2:59
6 NTF 3:46
7 The Fashion (Do or Die) 4:13
8 Wake Up 2:31
9 Paradise Burning 4:00
10 Danse Macabre 5:06

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