Art Contest
The Like Young · 2003
24 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A frenetic blend of lo-fi punk energy and catchy melodies that captures the youthful spirit of early 2000s indie rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Expensive Tastes — The opening track sets the tone with rapid-fire lyrics and a punchy rhythm that encapsulates the band's youthful exuberance and critique of consumer culture.
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Leather Jackets — This track highlights the band's knack for catchy hooks while addressing themes of identity and rebellion, making it a standout representation of their style.
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Be Honest With You — With its candid lyrics and infectious melody, this song exemplifies the band's ability to blend introspection with upbeat instrumentation, showcasing their lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting with catchy melodies but lacks depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a high energy level, with tempos rarely dipping below fast-paced rhythms.
- Several songs feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and spontaneity.
- The album includes multiple instances of vocal harmonies layered over driving guitar riffs, enhancing its melodic appeal.
- 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Expensive Tastes 1:41
- 2 Even If It's Getting Late 1:57
- 3 Nice People 2:23
- 4 Looked Up 2:19
- 5 Snobs and Slobs 2:17
- 6 I'm Old Fashioned 2:12
- 7 Leather Jackets 2:40
- 8 The Babes 3:01
- 9 My Problem 1:38
- 10 If Things Loosen Up 1:55
- 11 Be Honest With You 1:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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