Curse Our Love cover

Curse Our Love

Young Rebel Set · 2011

40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant mix of anthemic choruses and poignant storytelling wrapped in a melodic indie rock soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Lion's Mouth — This track features soaring melodies and a driving rhythm, encapsulating the band's knack for combining heartfelt lyrics with an anthemic sound that resonates with listeners.
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    Won't Get Up Again — With its introspective lyrics and catchy hook, this song showcases the band's ability to blend personal storytelling with engaging musicality, making it a standout on the album.
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    Billy Died — 'Billy Died' reflects a darker narrative style that highlights the band's lyrical depth, setting it apart as a poignant moment within the overall upbeat tone of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features strong storytelling and layered instrumentation but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong, anthemic track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before transitioning to more introspective pieces.
  • Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, with guitars and keyboards creating a rich soundscape that supports the vocal melodies.
  • The lyrics often tell stories or convey emotions directly tied to personal experiences, enhancing the connection with listeners.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lion's Mouth 4:06
  • 2 Walk On 3:22
  • 3 If I Was 4:06
  • 4 Won't Get Up Again 3:42
  • 5 Borders 3:25
  • 6 Red Bricks 3:40
  • 7 Measure of a Man 3:03
  • 8 Bagatelle 5:08
  • 9 Fall Hard 3:44
  • 10 Precious Days 3:36
  • 11 Billy Died 3:05

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