Braindrops
Tropical Fuck Storm · 2019
48 min · 9 tracks · psychedelic rock
A dissonant blend of noise rock and art punk, infused with surrealist lyrics and frenetic energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Paradise — Opening the album, this track sets an unsettling tone with its chaotic instrumentation and biting lyrics about modern life’s absurdities.
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Who’s My Eugene? — This track stands out for its compelling narrative structure, blending humor with a critique of societal expectations while maintaining a driving rhythm.
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Braindrops — The title track encapsulates the band’s experimental approach, merging disorienting soundscapes with haunting vocals that explore themes of confusion and chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic energy and surreal lyrics create a distinctive sound within the psychedelic rock genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'The Happiest Guy Around,' which shifts from a slow groove to an intense climax.
- The lyrics often employ surreal imagery, with songs like 'Desert Sands of Venus' weaving abstract narratives that challenge straightforward interpretation.
- 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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8/10
- 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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- surreal lyrical explorations
- dynamic flow of intensity
- engaging headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Braindrops marks Tropical Fuck Storm's sophomore album, following their acclaimed debut A Laughing Death in Meatspace in 2018. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the Australian indie scene, building on their unique sound that combines punk ethos with experimental elements. This release further showcased their artistic evolution and willingness to experiment with genre boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death Grips· Swans· Pissed Jeans
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paradise 6:14
- 2 The Planet of Straw Men 4:52
- 3 Who’s My Eugene? 4:41
- 4 The Happiest Guy Around 4:28
- 5 Maria 62 3:56
- 6 Braindrops 6:42
- 7 Aspirin 5:14
- 8 Desert Sands of Venus 4:14
- 9 Maria 63 7:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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