Fandom
Waterparks · 2019
38 min · 15 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of pop-punk and alternative rock, laced with self-aware humor and catchy hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dream Boy — This track captures the essence of youthful infatuation with its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics that balance sincerity with humor.
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I Miss Having Sex but at Least I Don’t Wanna Die Anymore — With its candid exploration of mental health and relationships, this song stands out for its raw vulnerability wrapped in an infectious pop-punk sound.
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Easy to Hate — The track showcases a darker undertone amidst the upbeat instrumentation, illustrating the band's ability to blend catchy melodies with deeper emotional themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Fandom showcases strong songwriting and production but remains within familiar genre boundaries.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and upbeat instrumentation, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrasting dynamic.
- The lyrics often employ self-referential humor and pop culture references, which are prevalent in tracks like 'I Miss Having Sex but at Least I Don’t Wanna Die Anymore.'
- The album's production includes polished guitar riffs and electronic elements that blend seamlessly with traditional rock instrumentation.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of youthful energy
- introspective reflections on relationships
- playful yet poignant lyrical themes
- for quick commutes
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, atmospheric pieces
- want slow, gradual developments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Fandom is Waterparks' third studio album, released in 2019 after their previous album, Entertainment, which showcased their rise in the pop-punk scene. By this time, they had solidified their identity as a band willing to explore themes of fame and personal struggle while expanding their sound palette.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Miss Having Sex but at Least I Don’t Wanna Die Anymore
The narrative shifts from longing for physical connection to reflecting on life's existential challenges reveals a stark emotional contrast.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cherry Red 1:26
- 2 Watch What Happens Next 2:43
- 3 Dream Boy 2:47
- 4 Easy to Hate 3:11
- 5 High Definition 3:02
- 6 Telephone 2:34
- 7 Group Chat 0:15
- 8 Turbulent 2:43
- 9 Never Bloom Again 3:32
- 10 I Miss Having Sex but at Least I Don’t Wanna Die Anymore 2:13
- 11 War Crimes 3:08
- 12 [Reboot] 3:22
- 13 Worst 2:37
- 14 Zone Out 1:06
- 15 I Felt Younger When We Met 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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