Crazymad, for Me
CMAT · 2023
48 min · 12 tracks
A vibrant blend of pop and indie rock, laced with sharp wit and introspective lyrics that capture contemporary life.
Top tracks — play these first
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California — This opener sets the tone with its catchy melody and playful exploration of escapism, perfectly encapsulating the album's themes of longing and self-discovery.
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I… Hate Who I Am When I'm Horny — This track combines humor and vulnerability, showcasing CMAT's knack for addressing complex emotions in a relatable way, making it one of the album's standout moments.
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Stay for Something — With its infectious chorus and earnest lyrics, this song highlights CMAT's ability to merge upbeat sonics with deeper reflections on relationships, creating a memorable listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and clever lyrics but lacks cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the melodic structure, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- playful introspection with sharp wit
- short bursts of catchy energy
- vibrant storytelling through everyday moments
- late-night drives with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy, layered production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Crazymad, for Me is CMAT's debut studio album, following a series of successful singles that showcased her unique sound. Released in October 2023, it solidifies her position as a rising star in the Irish music scene, following her breakthrough EPs that garnered critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Mitski· Julien Baker
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Whatever’s Inconvenient
The lyrics shift perspectives from first-person confessions to broader societal observations about love and expectations.
This structural choice enriches the narrative by juxtaposing personal experience with collective sentiment, enhancing the song's emotional depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 California 4:05
- 2 Phone Me 3:24
- 3 Vincent Kompany 3:01
- 4 Such a Miranda 2:35
- 5 Rent 4:42
- 6 Where Are Your Kids Tonight? 5:26
- 7 Can’t Make Up My Mind 4:24
- 8 Whatever’s Inconvenient 4:28
- 9 I… Hate Who I Am When I'm Horny 5:13
- 10 Torn Apart 3:20
- 11 Stay for Something 3:36
- 12 Have Fun! 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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