Below the Belt
Danko Jones · 2010
47 min · 13 tracks · rock music
Energetic rock riffs collide with sharp, witty lyrics, capturing the essence of modern rock's rebellious spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Think Bad Thoughts — Opening with an infectious guitar riff and cheeky lyrics, this track establishes the album's tone of irreverent confidence and sets the stage for what follows.
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(I Can’t Handle) Moderation — This track exemplifies the band's straightforward approach to rock, delivering a punchy chorus that embodies the album's themes of excess and rebellion.
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Rock ’n’ Roll Proletariat — Closing out the album, this song offers a rousing anthem that captures the working-class ethos of rock, resonating deeply with fans of the genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic rock with witty lyrics but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its peers.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high-energy tempo, with tracks like 'I Think Bad Thoughts' and 'Active Volcanoes' featuring driving guitar riffs and aggressive vocals.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the energetic feel and engaging the listener.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly in tempo, providing a contrast to the earlier intensity while still retaining a rock edge.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immediate hooks and energy
- short, punchy listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2010, Danko Jones released 'Below the Belt' as their fifth studio album, following the successful 2008 record 'Never Too Loud'. The band was establishing its presence in the rock scene, building on a reputation for high-energy performances and clever songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bronx· Royal Blood· Clutch
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Think Bad Thoughts 3:31
- 2 Active Volcanoes 3:35
- 3 Tonight Is Fine 4:20
- 4 Magic Snake 3:19
- 5 Had Enough 3:42
- 6 (I Can’t Handle) Moderation 3:03
- 7 Full of Regret 3:57
- 8 The Sore Loser 2:59
- 9 Like Dynamite 3:14
- 10 Apology Accepted 3:29
- 11 I Wanna Break Up With You 4:55
- 12 Guest List Blues 3:20
- 13 Rock ’n’ Roll Proletariat 3:37
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