Ecce Homo
The Hidden Cameras · 2001
31 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
Ecce Homo melds whimsical melodies with earnest lyrics, creating a vibrant tapestry of alternative rock infused with playful punk energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Miracle — This opening track encapsulates the album's joyous spirit, featuring jubilant instrumentation that sets an uplifting tone for the entire record.
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I Believe in the Good of Life — With its optimistic message and catchy melody, this song showcases the band's ability to weave deep themes into accessible pop structures.
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Heavy Flow of Evil — This track juxtaposes darker lyrical themes with buoyant rhythms, illustrating the band's signature contrast between light-heartedness and serious subject matter.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases eclectic songwriting and varied tempos, establishing its unique sound within the indie scene.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bright, upbeat track that sets a whimsical tone, followed by a shift to more introspective lyrics in the second track.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and contrasting instrumentation, blending strings with traditional rock elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- whimsical melodies with playful energy
- short bursts of youthful exuberance
- candid reflections on self-publishing
- upbeat anthems for group sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy, serious themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, Ecce Homo was The Hidden Cameras' debut album, establishing the band within the Canadian indie scene. At this time, they were gaining attention for their eclectic sound and theatrical live performances, setting the stage for their future work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bouncing Souls· Tegan and Sara· of Montreal
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Miracle 2:43
- 2 The International MMA: The Mild Mannered Army 4:26
- 3 Steal All You Can Motherfucker 2:35
- 4 Ode to Self-Publishing: Fear of 'Zine Failure 2:55
- 5 He Is the Boss of Me 3:12
- 6 I Believe in the Good of Life 3:44
- 7 High Upon the Church Grounds 4:31
- 8 Heavy Flow of Evil 3:04
- 9 Worms Cannot Swim nor Can They Walk 4:10
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