And This Is Our Music
The Brian Jonestown Massacre · 2003
53 min · 17 tracks · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi psychedelia and introspective lyrics draped in hazy melodies and experimental soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Prozac vs. Heroin — This track embodies the album's central themes of struggle and introspection through its poignant lyrics juxtaposed with an engaging melody. It stands out as a reflection on addiction that resonates deeply with listeners.
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You Look Great When I'm Fucked Up — The song combines humor with raw vulnerability, showcasing the band's signature lo-fi production style while exploring complex relationships. Its infectious chorus makes it a memorable highlight.
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Here to Go — This track features swirling instrumentation and hypnotic rhythms that perfectly encapsulate the psychedelic essence of the album. Its immersive sound draws listeners into a captivating auditory experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends lo-fi psychedelia with introspective lyrics, showcasing varied pacing and layered soundscapes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a hazy, psychedelic tone, followed by a series of songs that alternate between more upbeat and introspective moments.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation with prominent use of reverb and echo, creating a dense soundscape that often obscures the vocals.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- whimsical introspection with surreal flair
- short tracks for focused attention
- late-night exploration of thoughts
- eclectic sounds for adventurous ears
- casual listening with unexpected twists
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward structures
- prefer longer, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, And This Is Our Music marked The Brian Jonestown Massacre's sixth studio album, following their breakthrough with 1998's Strung Out in Heaven. By this time, frontman Anton Newcombe was establishing the band's eclectic sound and cementing their status within the neo-psychedelic movement, characterized by a DIY ethos and a burgeoning cult following.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dandy Warhols· Tame Impala· Spiritualized
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Prozac vs. Heroin
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative voice starkly contrasts the allure of escapism against the harsh reality of addiction.
This juxtaposition highlights the internal conflict faced by individuals grappling with substance use, creating an impactful narrative arc within the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Wrong Way 0:22
- 2 Introesque 1:00
- 3 Starcleaner 2:28
- 4 Here to Go 5:15
- 5 When Jokers Attack 3:42
- 6 Prozac vs. Heroin 3:58
- 7 Geezers 5:18
- 8 Maryanne 2:05
- 9 You Look Great When I'm Fucked Up 6:50
- 10 Here it Comes 3:14
- 11 What Did You Say? 0:44
- 12 Prozac vs. Heroin Revisited 4:36
- 13 A New Low in Getting High 3:41
- 14 Some Things Go Without Saying 2:25
- 15 Tschusse 4:37
- 16 The Pregnancy Test 2:18
- 17 The Right Way 0:47
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