Bad Reputation
David Wilcox · 1984
32 min · 11 tracks · blues rock
Blues-rock grit meets melodic hooks in a spirited celebration of defiance and freedom.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bad Reputation — This title track embodies the album's spirit, merging catchy melodies with rebellious lyrics that celebrate individualism and make it a standout anthem for listeners.
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Ting Ting — With its infectious rhythm and playful lyrics, Ting Ting showcases Wilcox's knack for blending humor with a bluesy groove, making it a memorable highlight on the album.
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Can't Take It Anymore — This track captures emotional intensity through a blend of heartfelt storytelling and driving instrumentation, reflecting the struggles of personal liberation that resonate throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong hooks and guitar work but lacks depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The title track opens the album with a strong, anthemic chorus that sets a defiant tone for the following songs.
- Several tracks feature prominent guitar solos that are interwoven with melodic hooks, creating a dynamic interplay between grit and melody.
- The pacing varies, with mid-tempo tracks followed by faster-paced songs, but the overall energy remains consistent throughout.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad Reputation 2:44
- 2 Ting Ting 3:40
- 3 Somethin's Shakin' 3:42
- 4 Boogie Ride 2:35
- 5 Cactus 3:08
- 6 Can't Take It Anymore 2:18
- 7 The Grind 3:18
- 8 Love Me Too 2:50
- 9 Preachin' the Blues 3:02
- 10 Brain Fever 2:56
- 11 Play on Your Harp 2:12
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