What makes Chosen by Måneskin notable?

The single 'Chosen' marked Måneskin's commercial debut and garnered significant attention in Italy, reaching the top of the charts. Its success laid the groundwork for their future albums, influencing a resurgence of glam rock in the contemporary music scene and contributing to their eventual global fame. When 'Chosen' was released on November 24, 2017, Måneskin was emerging from their breakthrough on the Italian talent show 'X Factor'. This EP captured the band's initial surge in popularity, showcasing their eclectic sound and style that would soon gain international attention.

How many songs are on Chosen?

Chosen has 1 track, running approximately 2 minutes.

Chosen

Måneskin · 2017

2 min · 1 track · pop rock

A vibrant blend of glam rock energy and pop sensibility, pulsating with youthful exuberance and raw charisma.

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Chosen — This title track embodies the band's signature mix of glam rock aesthetics and catchy pop hooks, establishing their identity while resonating with a youthful audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases energetic performances and solid songwriting, establishing Måneskin's distinct sound early in their career.

What we noticed

The first track 'Chosen' opens with a powerful guitar riff and maintains an upbeat tempo throughout, setting the energetic tone for the EP.
Each song features prominent vocal harmonies and dynamic instrumentation, often layering guitars and drums to create a full sound.
The EP includes two covers ('Beggin’' and 'Let’s Get It Started'), which are reinterpreted with a glam rock flair that aligns with the band's style.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This EP marked Måneskin's commercial debut and established their initial popularity.
Themes: X Factor emergence· glam rock revival
Career context: When 'Chosen' was released on November 24, 2017, Måneskin was emerging from their breakthrough on the Italian talent show 'X Factor'. This EP captured the band's initial surge in popularity, showcasing their eclectic sound and style that would soon gain international attention.
Stylistic neighbors: The Struts· Royal Blood· Greta Van Fleet