Entertainment
Waterparks · 2018
33 min · 10 tracks · rock music
Energetic pop-punk melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant exploration of youth and self-identity.
Top tracks — play these first
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11:11 — The opening track sets the tone with infectious energy and a catchy chorus that encapsulates the album's exploration of aspirations and self-reflection.
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We Need to Talk — This track showcases a blend of upbeat instrumentals and poignant lyrics about communication struggles in relationships, making it relatable to many listeners.
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TANTRUM — With its raw energy and angst-driven lyrics, this song highlights the album's thematic focus on emotional turmoil and the complexities of youth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic melodies and introspective lyrics but lacks strong cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, creating an engaging dynamic between the lead vocals and backing parts.
- The lyrics often shift from introspective themes to more upbeat, anthemic choruses, allowing for a contrast in mood throughout the record.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- short bursts of energetic fun
- playful irreverence in lyrics
- quick tempo for upbeat vibes
- introspective moments amidst energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek deep, slow introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Entertainment' is Waterparks' third studio album, following their breakthrough project 'Double Dare' in 2016. The band was solidifying their place in the pop-punk scene, building on their growing fanbase and refining their sound with more polished production techniques.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Crybaby
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative voice shifts from vulnerability to empowerment, addressing feelings of insecurity head-on.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 11:11 3:28
- 2 Blonde 3:20
- 3 Peach (Lobotomy) 3:33
- 4 We Need to Talk 3:25
- 5 Not Warriors 3:32
- 6 Lucky People 2:55
- 7 Rare 3:40
- 8 TANTRUM 2:47
- 9 Crybaby 2:51
- 10 Sleep Alone 3:47
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