Desperate Journalist
Desperate Journalist · 2014
37 min · 11 tracks · post-punk
A raw blend of post-punk energy and introspective lyrics captures the tension of modern existential angst.
Top tracks — play these first
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Control — The opening track sets a confident tone with driving rhythms and biting lyrics that establish the band's thematic concerns around autonomy and vulnerability.
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Cristina — This track stands out with its poignant narrative that intertwines personal reflection with broader societal issues, showcasing the band's lyrical prowess.
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Distance — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song encapsulates feelings of longing and disconnection, resonating deeply with listeners navigating modern relationships.
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Eulogy — The emotional weight of this track lies in its stark lyrics that confront mortality and legacy, delivering a powerful message amid a minimalist arrangement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends post-punk energy with introspective lyrics, creating a cohesive yet raw sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm in 'Control', establishing a high-energy pace that persists through the first half.
- Tracks like 'Hesitate' and 'Distance' feature layered guitar textures that create a dense soundscape, while the vocals maintain an urgent delivery.
- The final track, 'Cement', concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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 Control 2:54
- 2 O 3:42
- 3 Cristina 3:07
- 4 Hesitate 3:26
- 5 Remainder 2:59
- 6 Distance 4:08
- 7 Nothing 4:07
- 8 Happening 2:43
- 9 Eulogy 2:46
- 10 Heartbeats 4:26
- 11 Cement 3:28
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