What makes Any Minute Now by Soulwax notable?

The album received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of styles, cementing Soulwax's reputation as pioneers of the dance-punk movement. Tracks from the album, particularly 'E Talking,' gained substantial airplay and contributed to the band's growing influence in both the rock and electronic music scenes. Any Minute Now is Soulwax's third studio album, released in 2004 after their breakthrough with 2000's Much Against Everyone's Advice. The band was starting to establish themselves as a significant force in the indie rock scene, blending genres and pushing boundaries, which set the stage for their later work in electronic music.

Who is Any Minute Now for?

Any Minute Now works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Any Minute Now?

Any Minute Now has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Any Minute Now

Soulwax · 2004

49 min · 13 tracks · indie rock

An eclectic mix of dance-punk and indie rock, pulsing with frenetic energy and introspective lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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E Talking — This track combines driving beats with sharp lyrics about communication breakdowns, effectively showcasing the album's fusion of punk energy and electronic rhythms.
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Slowdance — A standout moment on the album, it juxtaposes a slower tempo with poignant lyrics that reflect on intimacy and vulnerability in relationships.
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NY Excuse — With its infectious groove and witty commentary on urban life, this song encapsulates the album's playful yet critical approach to modernity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong writing and production but has moments of uneven pacing.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track, 'E Talking,' which sets a fast tempo that persists through the first half of the record.
Tracks often shift abruptly in style and tempo, such as moving from the frenetic 'KracK' to the more subdued 'A Ballad to Forget.'
Several tracks feature layered instrumentation and vocal harmonies, creating a dense soundscape that invites close listening.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Innovative blend of styles solidified their reputation in the dance-punk movement.
Career context: Any Minute Now is Soulwax's third studio album, released in 2004 after their breakthrough with 2000's Much Against Everyone's Advice. The band was starting to establish themselves as a significant force in the indie rock scene, blending genres and pushing boundaries, which set the stage for their later work in electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors: 2manyDJs· LCD Soundsystem· The Chemical Brothers