Anon
Hands Like Houses · 2018
32 min · 10 tracks · punk rock
A dynamic blend of punk rock energy and introspective lyrics delivered with soaring melodies and sharp instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Monster — This track features an infectious chorus paired with poignant lyrics that confront inner demons, making it a standout expression of the album's themes.
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Sick — With its driving rhythms and raw emotion, this song captures the essence of feeling overwhelmed by one's thoughts, embodying the album's introspective nature.
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No Man’s Land — Offering a powerful commentary on isolation and self-identity, this track combines melodic hooks with thought-provoking lyrics, representing the album's core message.
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Bad Dream — The hauntingly atmospheric instrumentation paired with confessional lyrics creates a gripping narrative about confronting nightmares, making it essential for understanding the album's emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and emotional themes but lacks some cohesion in pacing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the fourth track introduces a more contemplative tone.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, particularly in 'Through Glass' and 'Bad Dream'.
- The album closes with a gradual build-up in 'Bad Dream', culminating in a powerful crescendo that leaves a lasting impression.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of energetic intensity
- introspective lyrics for self-reflection
- for midday motivation
- catchy anthems for group sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
- seek slower, more sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Anon' marks Hands Like Houses' fourth studio album and a follow-up to their critically acclaimed record 'Dissonants' from 2016. The band aimed to explore new sonic territories while maintaining their signature sound, showcasing artistic growth after extensive touring and lineup stability.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Maine· We Came as Romans· Tonight Alive
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Overthinking
The bridge shifts from a frantic pace to a more contemplative tone as the protagonist reflects on their spiraling thoughts.
This structural change emphasizes the tension between chaos and clarity, illustrating the internal struggle that defines much of the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kingdom Come 2:42
- 2 Monster 3:27
- 3 Sick 3:35
- 4 Overthinking 2:53
- 5 Through Glass 3:26
- 6 Half‐Hearted 3:09
- 7 No Man’s Land 3:24
- 8 Black 3:07
- 9 Tilt 3:40
- 10 Bad Dream 3:11
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