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Chrome Neon Jesus

Teenage Wrist · 2018

42 min · 11 tracks

A shimmering blend of grunge-inspired guitar riffs and introspective lyrics drenched in a haze of alternative rock aesthetics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Chrome Neon Jesus — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of existential questioning wrapped in lush instrumentation, setting the emotional tone for the entire record.
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    Stoned, Alone — This track features a compelling mix of heavy riffs and reflective lyrics that effectively convey feelings of isolation, resonating deeply with listeners.
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    Supermachine — With its infectious chorus and energetic drive, this song exemplifies Teenage Wrist's blending of grunge and pop influences, appealing to a broad audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

62 /100
Foothills
Higher than 24% of albums we've rated

The album blends grunge and alternative rock effectively but lacks standout moments that elevate it further.

What we noticed

  • The opening track features a slow build with layered guitar effects that create a dense atmosphere before the vocals enter.
  • Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
  • The album closes with a track that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of introspection.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Chrome Neon Jesus 3:43
  • 2 Dweeb 4:23
  • 3 Swallow 3:50
  • 4 Stoned, Alone 3:09
  • 5 Supermachine 3:52
  • 6 Black Flamingo 3:58
  • 7 Kibo 2:37
  • 8 Rollerblades 3:42
  • 9 Daylight 3:47
  • 10 Spit 4:48
  • 11 Waitress 5:03

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