Complete Control Sessions
Flogging Molly · 2007
24 min · 6 tracks · punk rock
Energetic punk rhythms collide with traditional Celtic melodies, creating a raucous anthem for the restless and the rebellious.
Top tracks — play these first
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Requiem for a Dying Song — This opening track sets the tone with its anthemic chorus and poignant lyrics about societal struggles, encapsulating the band's blend of urgency and tradition.
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Devil’s Dance Floor — This track showcases Flogging Molly's signature sound with infectious energy and clever wordplay that captures the essence of revelry and rebellion.
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Float — With its reflective lyrics and sweeping instrumentation, this song represents the emotional depth within the lively atmosphere typical of the band’s music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic compositions and strong production, solidifying its place in the Celtic punk genre.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a strong, driving rhythm and features layered instrumentation that includes traditional Celtic instruments alongside punk rock elements.
- Each song maintains a high energy level, with tempo changes only occurring in the last two tracks, which introduce a more reflective tone.
- Vocals are delivered with urgency and often harmonize with instrumental sections, creating a call-and-response dynamic throughout the EP.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- spirited sing-alongs with friends
- steady mid-tempo energy flow
- short bursts of lively fun
- background for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective pieces
- seek immediate, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Flogging Molly released Complete Control Sessions in January 2007, they were solidifying their status as leaders in the Celtic punk genre following their breakthrough album, Within a Mile of Home. The band had gained substantial recognition from tours and previous releases, positioning this album as a live recording that captured their dynamic energy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dropkick Murphys· The Pogues· The Mahones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Requiem for a Dying Song 3:30
- 2 Whistles the Wind 4:06
- 3 Tobacco Island 4:30
- 4 Factory Girls 3:55
- 5 Float 4:48
- 6 Devil’s Dance Floor 3:49
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