Bring It On
Gomez · 1998
54 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A blend of eclectic melodies and soulful harmonies, melding rock, blues, and folk influences into a distinctive sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Whippin’ Piccadilly — This track showcases Gomez's unique blend of catchy hooks and bluesy undertones, making it a standout single that epitomizes their eclectic style.
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78 Stone Wobble — With its rich instrumentation and introspective lyrics, this track captures the band's ability to weave complex narratives within accessible melodies.
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Tijuana Lady — The song features an infectious groove and vibrant energy, illustrating Gomez's knack for creating engaging rhythms that invite listeners to move.
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Get Myself Arrested — This track's playful lyrics and distinctive arrangement highlight the band's humorous yet thoughtful storytelling approach, showcasing their lyrical creativity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases eclectic songwriting and varied instrumentation, establishing Gomez's unique sound in the indie rock scene.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected instrumental breaks.
- The instrumentation blends electric and acoustic elements, often layering guitars with harmonica and brass to create a rich sound palette.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing fluctuations
- eclectic sonic exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Gomez's debut album in April 1998, Bring It On marked the band's entry into the music scene following their formation in 1996. The album helped establish their reputation for genre-blurring sounds and unconventional song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Beta Band· Wilco· Grandaddy
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Get Miles
The narrative shifts from personal reflection to broader observations about life’s journey and experiences.
This transition enriches the song’s thematic depth, allowing for a more expansive interpretation of the narrator's adventures.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Miles 5:17
- 2 Whippin’ Piccadilly 3:12
- 3 Make No Sound 3:28
- 4 78 Stone Wobble 4:23
- 5 Tijuana Lady 7:10
- 6 Here Comes the Breeze 5:30
- 7 Love Is Better Than a Warm Trombone 3:31
- 8 Get Myself Arrested 4:05
- 9 Free to Run 4:33
- 10 Bubble Gum Years 3:22
- 11 Rie’s Wagon 9:10
- 12 The Comeback 0:44
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