Top tracks — play these first
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Geronimo — This track serves as the album's breakout hit, showcasing infectious energy and memorable hooks that define Sheppard's sound. Its success helped propel the band into mainstream popularity.
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Something’s Missing — Through its reflective lyrics and engaging melody, this song captures a sense of yearning that resonates throughout the album's themes of self-discovery and fulfillment.
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The Best Is Yet to Come — This track stands out with its uplifting message and sing-along chorus, embodying the optimistic spirit that permeates Bombs Away and resonating with audiences seeking hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy melodies and strong harmonies but lacks depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The album opens with the high-energy track 'Geronimo', which sets a lively tone that persists through the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, often with call-and-response sections that enhance the anthemic quality.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo, creating a contrast to the upbeat nature of earlier songs and providing a reflective close.
- 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
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
- upbeat anthems for group sing-alongs
- feel-good energy for celebrations
- catchy melodies that uplift spirits
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- bright harmonies for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- slow tempos for relaxed listening
- dark themes or heavy emotions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 11, 2014, Bombs Away was Sheppard's debut studio album, following their successful EP, which included the hit single 'Geronimo'. This marked the band's transition from rising Australian indie act to international recognition, setting the stage for their future endeavors.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Foster the People· Walk the Moon· Vance Joy
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Let Me Down Easy
The bridge shifts perspective to express vulnerability about expectations in relationships, creating an emotional pivot point in the song.
This structural choice deepens listener engagement by contrasting earlier confidence with raw honesty, highlighting the complexities of love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Geronimo 3:38
- 2 Something’s Missing 2:52
- 3 Let Me Down Easy 3:47
- 4 These People 3:20
- 5 A Grade Playa 3:38
- 6 Smile 3:50
- 7 The Best Is Yet to Come 4:06
- 8 This Electric Feeling 4:02
- 9 Find Someone 3:08
- 10 Lingering 3:52
- 11 Halfway to Hell 4:41
- 12 Flying Away 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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