Faders Up
Triggerfinger · 2007
57 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
A gritty fusion of hard rock energy and bluesy swagger, layered with dynamic guitar riffs and powerful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Faders Up — The title track embodies the album's spirit, featuring explosive guitar work that complements its anthemic chorus, making it a high-energy centerpiece.
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On My Knees — This track combines heartfelt lyrics with a driving rhythm, showcasing the band's ability to balance emotional depth with hard-hitting sound.
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Commotion — With its lengthy runtime and complex structure, 'Commotion' stands out as an ambitious piece that highlights the band's musicianship and exploratory tendencies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic hard rock with blues influences, showcasing strong musicianship and varied pacing.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with driving guitar riffs and powerful vocals, while the fifth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that showcase the band's musicianship, particularly in guitar solos.
- The album includes a cover of 'Boris the Spider,' which is arranged to fit the band's gritty sound while maintaining the original's essence.
- 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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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
- gritty energy for road trips
- dynamic guitar riffs to energize
- cathartic release for frustrations
- sing-along anthems with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking mellow background music
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Faders Up marked Triggerfinger's third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2004 and the sophomore effort What Grabs Ya? in 2006. By this time, the band had solidified their presence in the Belgian rock scene, building a reputation for energetic live performances and a distinct sound that blended classic rock influences with contemporary flair.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Royal Blood· The Dead Weather· Wolfmother
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On My Knees 4:32
- 2 Faders Up 5:45
- 3 Lil' Teaser 3:30
- 4 Drivin' 5:19
- 5 Father of Night 4:53
- 6 Camaro 6:53
- 7 Hunt You Down 4:29
- 8 Commotion 11:44
- 9 Nothing Achieving 2:31
- 10 Boris the Spider 3:11
- 11 Angelene 4:48
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