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Bacon Dream

Astroid Boys · 2016

28 min · 7 tracks

A chaotic fusion of grime, punk, and rap energy that ignites the senses and challenges conventions.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Minging / Sticky — This track showcases the group's unique blend of gritty lyrics and punchy production, encapsulating the EP's raw energy.
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    Hungerstrikes — The track highlights the band's ability to weave personal narratives with social commentary, making it a standout piece on the EP.
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    Tayluh Swift — With its catchy hooks and playful lyrical content, this track exemplifies Astroid Boys' knack for fusing humor with serious themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases a strong blend of genres and energetic performances, though it has some unevenness in execution.

What we noticed

  • The first track, 'Bintro', sets a frenetic pace with heavy beats and layered vocals that establish the chaotic energy of the EP.
  • Tracks frequently shift between genres, with 'Minging / Sticky' blending punk-inspired guitar riffs with rapid-fire rap verses.
  • The final track, 'Dusted', slows down the tempo significantly, creating a contrasting atmosphere that allows for a reflective conclusion.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bintro 2:04
  • 2 Minging / Sticky 7:55
  • 3 Hungerstrikes 3:44
  • 4 Giggs 3:35
  • 5 Rinsa 3:56
  • 6 Tayluh Swift 3:16
  • 7 Dusted 3:53

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