Dreamin'
Hockey Dad · 2014
24 min · 6 tracks · indie rock
Sun-soaked melodies intertwine with gritty guitar riffs, creating an energetic blend of indie rock and surf vibes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lull City — The opening track sets the tone with its catchy chorus and jangly guitars, encapsulating the carefree spirit of the EP.
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I Need a Woman — This track showcases Hockey Dad's ability to blend humor with earnestness, featuring playful lyrics over a driving rhythm that captures youthful desire.
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Beach House — With its dreamy instrumentation and nostalgic lyrics, this song perfectly embodies the sun-drenched atmosphere that defines the EP.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks significant depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a clean guitar riff that sets a laid-back tone, while the second track introduces a more driving rhythm.
- Each song features a consistent use of vocal harmonies, often layering melodies to create a fuller sound.
- The EP maintains a brisk pace, with only one track, 'Untitled', slowing down significantly towards the end.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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, vibrant listening bursts
- coastal escapism vibes
- laid-back summer moods
- playful and carefree energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2014, Dreamin' was Hockey Dad's debut EP, introducing their fresh sound to the Australian indie rock scene. The duo had just begun to gain traction following their formation in 2013, and this release marked a significant step in establishing their identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dune Rats· The Frights· Wavves
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lull City 3:12
- 2 I Need a Woman 4:24
- 3 Beach House 3:52
- 4 Seaweed 2:55
- 5 Babes 5:08
- 6 Untitled 4:33
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