Crimes of Passion
Crocodiles · 2013
10 tracks · indie rock
A gritty blend of lo-fi rock and psychedelic textures that embraces raw energy and dark romanticism.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Like It in the Dark — This opening track sets a haunting tone with its hypnotic rhythms and evocative lyrics that explore themes of desire and secrecy.
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Marquis de Sade — With its provocative title and driving beat, this song encapsulates the album's exploration of controversial subjects through a lens of playful rebellion.
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Gimme Some Annihilation — This track combines anthemic energy with a chaotic soundscape, perfectly representing the band's signature blend of urgency and emotion.
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Teardrop Guitar — The standout melody and introspective lyrics highlight the band's ability to merge catchy hooks with deeper emotional undertones.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends gritty rock with psychedelic elements, showcasing strong moments but uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Gimme Some Annihilation', which transitions from a slow build to an explosive chorus.
- The use of layered vocal harmonies creates a haunting atmosphere, particularly in 'Teardrop Guitar' and 'Virgin'.
- The final track, 'Un chant d'amour', ends with a prolonged instrumental fade-out, contrasting with the more aggressive earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Like It in the Dark
- 2 Marquis de Sade
- 3 Cockroach
- 4 Heavy Metal Clouds
- 5 Teardrop Guitar
- 6 She Splits Me Up
- 7 Me and My Machine Gun
- 8 Gimme Some Annihilation
- 9 Virgin
- 10 Un chant d'amour
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