Back From the Dead
Last Dinosaurs · 2010
18 min · 6 tracks · indie rock
Bright melodies intertwine with jangly guitars, creating a sun-soaked indie rock sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
Top tracks — play these first
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Honolulu — This opening track sets an upbeat tone with catchy hooks and layered instrumentation, encapsulating the band's signature sound while showcasing their songwriting prowess.
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Saturn — With its dreamy atmosphere and reflective lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with a more introspective approach, making it a standout moment on the EP.
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School Is So Easy — This energetic track captures youthful exuberance and carefree themes, offering a contrast to some of the more introspective moments on the EP while remaining catchy and engaging.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases bright melodies and jangly guitars, establishing a solid but not indie rock sound.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a bright guitar riff that sets a lively tone, which is maintained through the next three tracks.
- The EP features a reprise of 'As Far as You're Concerned' as the fifth track, creating a thematic echo before concluding with 'School Is So Easy'.
- Each song employs jangly guitars and upbeat melodies, with vocal harmonies layered throughout to enhance the sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short energetic listening bursts
- danceable melodies for gatherings
- bright uplifting vibes throughout
- quick-paced joy-filled experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive albums
- seek deep emotional narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Back From the Dead is Last Dinosaurs' debut EP, released in early 2010. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the Australian indie rock scene, building on their early singles and establishing their unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vampire Weekend· Two Door Cinema Club· Phoenix
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honolulu 4:01
- 2 As Far as You're Concerned 3:39
- 3 Saturn 3:20
- 4 Alps 3:07
- 5 As Far as You're Concerned (reprise) 2:05
- 6 School Is So Easy 2:08
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