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Cutthroat

Shame · 2025

37 min · 12 tracks · post-punk

A raw and unfiltered exploration of modern anxieties wrapped in jagged guitar riffs and frenetic rhythms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Cutthroat — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of existential dread and societal critique, driven by an infectious rhythm and sharp lyrics.
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    Cowards Around — This track stands out with its frenetic energy and biting commentary on complacency, showcasing the band's knack for merging intensity with thoughtful storytelling.
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    Quiet Life — A reflective moment on the album that juxtaposes serene melodies with unsettling lyrics, effectively illustrating the tension between calmness and chaos.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • short, punchy song formats
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative urban reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Cutthroat' was released on September 5, 2025, Shame had transitioned from their acclaimed debut album to becoming a defining voice in post-punk. This third studio effort showcases their growing confidence and artistic evolution, following the critical success of their previous release, 'Drunk Tank Pink'.
Stylistic neighbors
Idles· Fontaines D.C.· Squid

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cutthroat 3:14
  • 2 Cowards Around 2:21
  • 3 Quiet Life 3:16
  • 4 Nothing Better 2:47
  • 5 Plaster 2:55
  • 6 Spartak 2:38
  • 7 To and Fro 2:26
  • 8 Lampião 3:29
  • 9 After Party 3:09
  • 10 Screwdriver 2:51
  • 11 Packshot 4:19
  • 12 Axis of Evil 3:31

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