Diamond Hoo Ha
Supergrass · 2008
41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of energetic rock and whimsical pop, bursting with lyrical playfulness and catchy hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Diamond Hoo Ha Man — This track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy with its punchy rhythms and playful lyrics, making it a standout opener that sets the tone for the rest of the record.
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Bad Blood — A departure into darker themes, this song combines introspective lyrics with an engaging melody, showcasing the band's growth while remaining catchy.
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When I Needed You — A reflective ballad that highlights emotional depth within the album, balancing upbeat tracks with poignant storytelling that resonates with listeners.
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Whiskey & Green Tea — Offering a blend of lush instrumentation and evocative lyrics, this track stands out for its atmospheric quality and lyrical exploration of connection and nostalgia.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting with varied arrangements but lacks strong cohesion throughout.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature playful lyrical themes that shift between whimsical storytelling and introspective moments.
- 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- playful energy for gatherings
- catchy tunes for road trips
- steady pace for casual listening
- vibrant rhythms for upbeat moods
- sing-along moments with friends
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening preference
- seeking deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a successful return after a hiatus, showing the band's continued vitality.
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Diamond Hoo Ha is Supergrass's fifth studio album and marks their return after a four-year hiatus following the more subdued Life on Other Planets. At this stage, the band was navigating a transitional phase as they sought to recapture their early exuberance while evolving their sound. The album showcases a matured approach to songwriting while retaining the spirit of youthful irreverence that characterized their earlier work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diamond Hoo Ha Man 3:25
- 2 Bad Blood 3:03
- 3 Rebel in You 4:41
- 4 When I Needed You 2:31
- 5 345 3:39
- 6 The Return Of... 3:35
- 7 Rough Knuckles 3:24
- 8 Ghost of a Friend 3:54
- 9 Whiskey & Green Tea 4:16
- 10 Outside 3:32
- 11 Butterfly 5:10
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