Top tracks — play these first
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Sitcom Moms — Opening with sharp guitar riffs and rapid-fire lyrics, this track encapsulates the band's knack for blending personal narratives with social commentary, setting the tone for the album.
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The Fire Is Out — This song features a catchy chorus that contrasts themes of disillusionment with infectious melodies, showcasing Tenement's ability to blend introspection with punk aesthetics.
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Icepick — With its driving rhythm and haunting lyrics about emotional pain, this track stands out for its lyrical depth while maintaining the band's signature energy and urgency.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic punk with melodic elements, showcasing strong writing but uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
- Several songs feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal anecdotes, contributing to the album's thematic exploration of youth and existentialism.
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sitcom Moms 2:28
- 2 Spaghetti Midwestern 2:20
- 3 The Fire Is Out 2:27
- 4 Summer Street 6:02
- 5 Best and Worst of Times 2:44
- 6 Pauline 3:13
- 7 Icepick 3:56
- 8 Goodnight, Rosendale 2:23
- 9 Morning Mouth 2:28
- 10 Do You Think About Him? 2:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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