Art Brut vs. Satan
Art Brut · 2009
40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A frenetic mix of witty lyrics and punk-infused melodies that captures the chaotic energy of everyday life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alcoholics Unanimous — This opening track introduces the album's signature humor and anthemic style, setting the tone for a confessional journey through life's vices.
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DC Comics and Chocolate Milkshake — Combining whimsical imagery with catchy hooks, this track exemplifies the band's playful approach to storytelling within their music.
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Am I Normal? — The questioning tone captures the essence of self-reflection that permeates the album, offering a blend of vulnerability and bravado that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines sharp lyrics with energetic punk melodies, showcasing a distinct style within indie rock.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Lyrics often feature conversational and humorous storytelling, with recurring themes of everyday life and self-reflection.
- 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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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
- playful energy for social gatherings
- quick bursts of humor and
- short tracks for attention spans
- sing-along moments with friends
- light-hearted themes and anecdotes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep emotional introspection
- prefer longer, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, 'Art Brut vs. Satan' is Art Brut's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Bang Bang Rock & Roll' in 2005 and the sophomore release 'It's a Bit Complicated.' By this point in their career, the band had solidified their identity as purveyors of clever, tongue-in-cheek indie rock, exploring themes of self-awareness and societal absurdities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Futureheads· Franz Ferdinand· We Are Scientists
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alcoholics Unanimous 3:35
- 2 DC Comics and Chocolate Milkshake 3:27
- 3 The Passenger 2:59
- 4 Am I Normal? 2:44
- 5 What a Rush 3:32
- 6 Demons Out! 3:41
- 7 Slap Dash for No Cash 3:13
- 8 The Replacements 4:09
- 9 Twist and Shout 3:11
- 10 Summer Job 2:55
- 11 Mysterious Bruises 7:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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