Top tracks — play these first
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Endorphins — This track encapsulates the album’s energetic spirit with its infectious chorus and exploration of euphoria amidst chaos, showcasing the band's knack for blending upbeat melodies with deeper themes.
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Manchester Super Reds No.1 Fan — A lively homage to football culture, this track highlights the band’s ability to fuse personal narrative with broader cultural references, making it relatable and anthemic.
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How Are You Done With Existing? — This song stands out for its introspective lyrics that confront existential themes while maintaining an upbeat tempo, demonstrating a unique contrast that defines much of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting but lacks cohesion in its transitions and overall flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the chorus sections.
- The album includes abrupt transitions between songs, such as from 'Endorphins' to 'One True Prince', which shifts the mood significantly.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- steady pacing for focused listening
- youthful exuberance and introspection
- great for upbeat social gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- vibrant energy during workouts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, soundscapes
- seek long, drawn-out compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 22, 2021, 'Amazing Things' is Don Broco's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Technology' (2018). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the UK rock scene, having built a loyal fanbase and received significant media attention for their innovative sound and engaging performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- You Me at Six· Lower Than Atlantis· Enter Shikari
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gumshield 3:37
- 2 Manchester Super Reds No.1 Fan 3:37
- 3 Swimwear Season 4:38
- 4 Endorphins 3:54
- 5 One True Prince 3:58
- 6 Anaheim 4:30
- 7 Uber 3:31
- 8 How Are You Done With Existing? 4:31
- 9 Bruce Willis 3:16
- 10 Revenge Body 3:46
- 11 Bad 4 Ur Health 4:20
- 12 Easter Sunday 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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