Circa: Now!
Rocket from the Crypt · 2004
39 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
A frenetic blend of punk rock energy and eclectic instrumentation, pushing boundaries while remaining distinctly catchy.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Ditch Digger — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its infectious chorus and relentless energy, showcasing their ability to fuse punk with melodic hooks.
-
→
Hairball Alley — With its driving rhythm and clever lyrics, this song captures the essence of Rocket from the Crypt’s playful yet aggressive style, making it a standout on the album.
-
→
March of Dimes — This track features a unique arrangement that highlights the band's eclectic influences, integrating elements of garage rock into their punk foundation, demonstrating their musical versatility.
-
→
Glazed — As the longest track on the album, 'Glazed' showcases an expansive sonic exploration that contrasts with the shorter, punchier songs, revealing depth in their songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends punk energy with eclectic sounds, showcasing strong craftsmanship and varied compositions.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower, more melodic elements in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature brass instrumentation, adding a distinct rockabilly flavor that contrasts with the punk rock foundation.
- The vocal delivery alternates between shouted and melodic lines, creating dynamic shifts within individual tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, punchy tracks
- playful and rebellious energy
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Circa: Now! marked Rocket from the Crypt's sixth studio album, released after a brief hiatus following their 2002 album, Group Sounds. At this point in their career, they were navigating a resurgence in popularity after their earlier mainstream successes in the 1990s and seeking to redefine their sound for a new audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bronx· At the Drive-In· Refused
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Short Lip Fuser 4:40
- 2 Hippy Dippy Do 2:45
- 3 Ditch Digger 4:51
- 4 Don't Darlene 1:42
- 5 Killy Kill 2:45
- 6 Hairball Alley 4:13
- 7 Sturdy Wrists 2:10
- 8 March of Dimes 2:34
- 9 Little Arm 2:36
- 10 Dollar 2:36
- 11 Glazed 8:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.