Dan Sartain Lives
Dan Sartain · 2010
30 min · 13 tracks · punk rock
A raw and energetic blend of punk rock infused with sardonic wit and sharp social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Doin’ Anything I Say — This track exemplifies Sartain's knack for blending catchy melodies with biting social critique, making it an anthem of defiance.
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Atheist Funeral — Here, Sartain confronts existential themes with dark humor, encapsulating the album's exploration of life’s absurdities.
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I Don’t Wanna Go to the Party — This song stands out for its relatable sentiment against social pressures, resonating with anyone who's ever felt out of place.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk with incisive lyrics, showcasing a distinctive voice in the genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a brisk tempo with driving guitar riffs, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective tracks.
- Lyrically, the album employs sharp social commentary that often contrasts with its upbeat musical arrangements.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of raw energy
- sardonic wit for quick laughs
- for party ignitions
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive compositions
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Dan Sartain was establishing himself as a distinctive voice in the punk rock scene with 'Dan Sartain Lives', his fourth studio album. Released in 2010, this record followed his 2009 release 'Strange Advice' and showcased a maturation in both songwriting and production. By this point, Sartain had gained recognition for his eclectic influences and DIY ethos.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cramps· The Gories· The Mummies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Those Thoughts 1:56
- 2 Doin’ Anything I Say 2:42
- 3 Bohemian Grove 2:44
- 4 Prayin’ for a Miracle 2:45
- 5 Walk Among the Cobras IV 2:07
- 6 Atheist Funeral 2:29
- 7 Ruby Carol 2:39
- 8 Bad Things Will Happen 2:26
- 9 Voo-Doo 2:45
- 10 Watcha Gonna Do? 2:10
- 11 I Don’t Wanna Go to the Party 1:45
- 12 Yes Men 2:04
- 13 Touch Me 1:59
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