Babble
That Petrol Emotion · 1987
34 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of jangly guitars and post-punk energy, embodying the restless spirit of late '80s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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For What It’s Worth — This track creatively reinterprets the Buffalo Springfield classic with a fresh perspective, marrying political commentary with infectious melodies.
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Big Decision — Displaying a dynamic blend of urgency and melody, this song encapsulates the tension between personal and societal dilemmas that permeates the album.
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Creeping to the Cross — With its haunting atmosphere and reflective lyrics, this closing track serves as a poignant meditation on existential themes, showcasing the band's 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 and production typical of late '80s alternative rock, but lacks strong cohesion throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving rhythms and jangly guitars, establishing an energetic tone that persists through the album's opening.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Big Decision' which shifts from a steady beat to a more frenetic pace.
- The album closes with 'Creeping to the Cross', which features a gradual build-up of layers before fading out, creating a sense of resolution.
- 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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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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Creeping to the Cross
The bridge introduces a shift to contemplative imagery about life's uncertainties and choices.
This moment deepens the introspective nature of the song, contrasting earlier energetic sections by prompting reflection on mortality and purpose.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Swamp 3:19
- 2 Spin Cycle 2:05
- 3 For What It’s Worth 3:51
- 4 Big Decision 2:45
- 5 Static 3:37
- 6 Split! 1:40
- 7 Belly Bugs 2:44
- 8 In the Playpen 2:33
- 9 Inside 4:12
- 10 Chester Burnette 2:42
- 11 Creeping to the Cross 4:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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