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Club Foot

Kasabian · 2004

7 min · 2 tracks · indie rock

A pulsating blend of anthemic rock and electronic elements that captures the raw energy of early 2000s British indie.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Club Foot — This track serves as a powerful introduction to the band's sound, combining driving rhythms with an infectious chorus that encapsulates their energetic style.
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    55 (live at Brixton Academy) — The live recording captures the band's dynamic stage presence, showcasing how their music translates into an exhilarating concert experience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single captures early 2000s indie energy but lacks depth and cohesion due to its limited tracklist.

What we noticed

  • The title track 'Club Foot' features a driving beat with layered guitar riffs and electronic textures, creating an energetic atmosphere.
  • The live track '55' showcases a raw performance style, emphasizing the band's stage presence and audience interaction.
  • The single's runtime is concise, with 'Club Foot' clocking in at just over four minutes, maintaining momentum throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

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 — Established Kasabian's reputation and introduced their distinctive sound.
Career context
Released as Kasabian's debut album, 'Club Foot' marked the band's emergence from Leicester's music scene in 2004. The album introduced their distinctive sound, characterized by a mix of rock and electronic influences, setting the stage for their future success.
Stylistic neighbors
Royal Blood· Arctic Monkeys· The Dead Weather

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Club Foot 3:36
  • 2 55 (live at Brixton Academy) 4:23

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