Everybody Makes Mistakes
Starflyer 59 · 1999
40 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and jangly guitars creates a reflective atmosphere that permeates this alternative rock album.
Top tracks — play these first
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No New Kinda Story — This track showcases the band's ability to fuse catchy melodies with poignant lyrics, encapsulating themes of disillusionment while maintaining an upbeat sound.
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20 Dollar Bills — The brevity of this track combined with its sharp commentary on materialism makes it a standout moment on the album, reflecting the band's knack for concise storytelling.
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Going Places — The layered instrumentation and contemplative lyrics provide a sonic landscape that captures feelings of uncertainty and aspiration, making it emblematic of the album's emotional core.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances introspective lyrics with jangly guitars, creating a reflective atmosphere that resonates over multiple listens.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of jangly guitar riffs that create a layered, textured sound throughout.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of introspection and personal reflection, often employing a conversational tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
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
- steady flow with reflective moments
- ethereal landscapes for introspection
- thoughtful melodies for quiet evenings
- gradual build to emotional climax
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer immediate catchy hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Everybody Makes Mistakes is Starflyer 59's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Gold. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their signature sound, balancing lo-fi production with melodic sensibilities, while also exploring more personal themes in their songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Prayer Chain· My Morning Jacket· Pedro the Lion
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Play the C Chord 4:16
- 2 No New Kinda Story 3:49
- 3 20 Dollar Bills 2:13
- 4 No More Shows 2:38
- 5 Just Try 3:06
- 6 My Name 3:14
- 7 A Dethroned King 4:48
- 8 Going Places 4:25
- 9 The Party 12:08
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