America Give Up
Howler · 2012
32 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A raw, energetic blend of jangly guitars and punchy rhythms, reflecting the restless spirit of early 2010s indie rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Beach Sluts — This track encapsulates the album's carefree vibe with its infectious hooks and laid-back lyrics about summer escapades, setting the tone for the record.
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America — The title track critiques American culture with a sardonic edge, showcasing Howler’s knack for blending catchy melodies with biting social commentary.
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Too Much Blood — With its driving beat and anthemic chorus, this song highlights the band's ability to balance urgency and melody while addressing darker themes beneath the surface.
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Wailing (Making Out) — This track stands out for its playful yet poignant lyrics, capturing youthful longing through vibrant imagery and an upbeat tempo that perfectly embodies the album's spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting and performance typical of early 2010s indie rock but lacks standout depth.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature prominent jangly guitar riffs paired with driving drum patterns, creating a consistent sound throughout.
- Lyrical themes often revolve around youth culture and personal experiences, with a conversational tone that invites listener engagement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beach Sluts 3:09
- 2 Back to the Grave 2:12
- 3 This One's Different 2:33
- 4 America 2:57
- 5 Too Much Blood 4:06
- 6 Wailing (Making Out) 2:01
- 7 Pythagorean Fearem 2:27
- 8 Told You Once 2:53
- 9 Back of Your Neck 3:42
- 10 Free Drunk 3:27
- 11 Black Lagoon 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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