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DIAG004

Shit and Shine · 2013

4 tracks · noise rock

An abrasive collision of relentless rhythms and distorted textures, forging a disorienting yet immersive noise rock experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blowhannon — This track exemplifies the album's chaotic energy, combining frenetic beats with layers of harsh noise that define Shit and Shine's distinct sound.
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    Value — With its relentless pace and jarring dynamics, Value encapsulates the band's exploration of rhythm as a foundational element amid disarray.
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    Showwer Curtain — This track stands out for its stark contrasts between silence and explosive sound, illustrating the band's skill at building tension through unpredictability.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

DIAG004 presents an immersive noise rock experience with dense textures and relentless rhythms, showcasing Shit and Shine's experimental edge.

What we noticed

  • Each track features a repetitive rhythmic foundation layered with heavily distorted guitar textures, creating a dense soundscape.
  • The transitions between tracks are abrupt, often leaving no pause, which contributes to the relentless nature of the album.
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
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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 Blowhannon
  • 2 Value
  • 3 Showwer Curtain
  • 4 Synthetic Flemm (Shit and Shine Version)

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