What makes Diploid Love by Brody Dalle notable?

The album received critical acclaim for its fierce songwriting and strong vocal performance, peaking at number 27 on the Australian Albums Chart. It was also noted for its impact on the feminist punk revival, drawing attention to Dalle's perspective as a female artist in a male-dominated genre. Diploid Love is Brody Dalle's second solo album, following her debut, Diploid Love (2013). Released in 2014, this album marked her continued emergence as a solo artist after fronting the punk band The Distillers, showcasing her evolution with more polished production and diverse influences.

How many songs are on Diploid Love?

Diploid Love has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Diploid Love

Brody Dalle · 2014

41 min · 9 tracks · rock music

Raw punk energy intersects with introspective lyrics, crafting a visceral exploration of personal and societal struggles.

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Don’t Mess With Me — This track stands out with its defiant attitude and catchy chorus, embodying the album's themes of empowerment and resilience against adversity.
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Underworld — With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, this song contrasts vulnerability with strength, highlighting Dalle's range as both a lyricist and vocalist.
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Parties for Prostitutes — This track delivers sharp social commentary wrapped in gritty instrumentation, showcasing Dalle's ability to blend narrative depth with punk rock energy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and energy but lacks some cohesion in its pacing.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
Several songs feature abrupt transitions between verses and choruses, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability.
The album closes with a track that combines spoken word elements with melodic sections, contrasting with the preceding raw punk sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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 Rat Race 3:38
2 Underworld 5:19
3 Don’t Mess With Me 3:38
4 Dressed in Dreams 4:47
5 Carry On 4:21
6 Meet the Foetus / Oh the Joy 5:02
7 I Don’t Need Your Love 6:01
8 Blood in Gutters 4:18
9 Parties for Prostitutes 4:33

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