Bloody Lovely
DZ Deathrays · 2018
37 min · 11 tracks · dance-punk
Explosive dance-punk energy collides with sharp melodies and a playful irreverence that defines the band's sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shred for Summer — As an opening track, it sets an energetic tone with infectious riffs and lyrics that celebrate carefree summer vibes, encapsulating the album's spirit.
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Total Meltdown — This track exemplifies the band's knack for combining punk intensity with danceable rhythms, showcasing their ability to craft anthemic choruses.
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Guillotine — With its brevity and fierce energy, this song delivers a punchy critique of societal pressures, making it a standout moment for its rawness and urgency.
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Witchcraft, Pt. II — Closing the album with atmospheric layers and introspective lyrics, it contrasts the earlier tracks while providing depth and reflection on personal themes.
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, with a solid mix of tempos and dynamics throughout.
What we noticed
- Tracks five through seven introduce a more varied dynamic, incorporating shifts in tempo and mood while retaining melodic hooks.
- The final three tracks slow down the pace slightly, allowing for a more reflective tone before concluding with a punchy finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful irreverence for party vibes
- short bursts of energetic fun
- anthems for carefree summer days
- danceable tracks for group gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek long, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2018, Bloody Lovely is DZ Deathrays' third studio album, following their 2016 record, Positive Rising: Part 1. At this point in their career, they had already established themselves within the Australian music scene and were expanding their reach internationally, blending punk rock with electronic influences in a distinctive style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death from Above 1979· The Rapture· Hot Chip
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Feeling Good, Feeling Great
The lyrics shift from celebrating moments of euphoria to confronting inner turmoil.
This juxtaposition illustrates a tension between outward joy and internal struggles, adding complexity to an otherwise upbeat anthem.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shred for Summer 3:59
- 2 Total Meltdown 3:06
- 3 Feeling Good, Feeling Great 3:18
- 4 Like People 4:01
- 5 High 3:24
- 6 Guillotine 2:13
- 7 Bad Influence 1:12
- 8 Over It 3:30
- 9 Back & Forth 3:12
- 10 Afterglow 3:30
- 11 Witchcraft, Pt. II 5:36
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