Dumb Days
Tired Lion · 2017
33 min · 11 tracks
Raw, energetic riffs collide with introspective lyrics, creating a distinct blend of grunge and alt-rock that captures youthful angst.
Top tracks — play these first
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Japan — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its punchy guitar riffs and vivid imagery, encapsulating feelings of longing and nostalgia.
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Cinderella Dracula — This track showcases the band's lyrical depth, blending whimsical storytelling with an infectious chorus that highlights their unique sound.
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Dumb Days — The title track dives into themes of disillusionment and self-reflection, drawing listeners in with its catchy hooks and relatable narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Dumb Days combines energetic instrumentation with relatable lyrics, marking a solid debut for Tired Lion in the indie scene.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving guitar riffs and high-energy vocals, establishing a consistent tempo before the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
- Several tracks utilize dynamic shifts, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses, which enhances the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The album's lyrics often reflect themes of youth and introspection, with a conversational style that invites listener engagement.
- 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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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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I've Been Trying
The bridge reveals a moment of vulnerability where the singer confronts their struggles directly, breaking down emotional walls.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Japan 3:23
- 2 Where Were You? 2:30
- 3 Cinderella Dracula 2:49
- 4 Camp 2:49
- 5 Fresh 4:10
- 6 Dumb Days 3:31
- 7 Hawaiifive0 2:55
- 8 Behave 2:35
- 9 Cilantro 3:10
- 10 I've Been Trying 3:43
- 11 Med/Moy 2:09
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