Breaking No New Ground!
Bongwater · 1987
6 tracks
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde pop and experimental rock, infused with surreal humor and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ride My See-Saw — This track exemplifies Bongwater's playful approach, combining whimsical lyrics with an infectious melody that invites listeners into their unique world.
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Barely Coping — The song showcases a raw emotional honesty paired with a catchy hook, making it a standout reflection on personal struggles amidst absurdity.
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U.S.O — With its sharp social commentary wrapped in humor, this track highlights Bongwater's ability to blend critique with catchy tunes, making it memorable.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases eclectic songwriting and a unique sound, though it may not have widespread recognition.
What we noticed
- The EP opens with a track that features layered vocal harmonies and unconventional song structures, setting a playful yet disorienting tone.
- Each song varies significantly in tempo and instrumentation, with abrupt shifts that challenge traditional pop forms.
- The lyrics often employ surreal imagery and humor, creating a whimsical narrative that complements the eclectic sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ride My See-Saw
- 2 Barely Coping
- 3 Sticks
- 4 U.S.O
- 5 His New Look
- 6 Julia
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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