EP2 (Pixies EP)
Pixies · 2014
14 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock
Raw and dynamic, EP2 bursts with the Pixies' signature blend of melodic tension and frenetic energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blue Eyed Hexe — Opening with a driving beat and aggressive vocals, this track encapsulates the raw energy that defines the EP, showcasing the Pixies’ ability to merge melody with intensity.
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Magdalena — This song features haunting melodies intertwined with cryptic lyrics, highlighting the band's knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes that evoke deep emotion.
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Greens and Blues — With its intricate guitar work and reflective lyrics, this track represents a more introspective side of the band, balancing their typically frenetic style with moments of calm and contemplation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and energetic performances while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout its brief runtime.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a driving guitar riff that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first three tracks before the final track slows down slightly.
- Each song features dynamic shifts in intensity, with verses often contrasting quieter moments against explosive choruses.
- The EP contains a consistent use of dissonance and melodic hooks, particularly evident in the interplay between vocals and guitar lines.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry that showcases their sound but isn't a primary highlight in their catalog.
- Career context
- Released in 2014, EP2 marked the Pixies' return to recording after their 2013 reunion. This four-track EP followed their first post-reunion release, Indie Cindy, and showcased a continued exploration of their distinctive sound while re-establishing their presence in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Breeders· Sonic Youth· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blue Eyed Hexe 3:12
- 2 Magdalena 3:25
- 3 Greens and Blues 3:47
- 4 Snakes 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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