F.E.A.R.
Stand Atlantic · 2022
36 min · 14 tracks · pop-punk
A vibrant blend of pop-punk energy and introspective lyricism, layered with catchy hooks and punchy instrumentals.
Top tracks — play these first
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pity party — This track encapsulates the album's theme of personal struggle with its infectious chorus and sharp commentary on self-worth in social contexts.
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doomsday — Opening the album with high energy, this song blends urgency with dark themes, setting a compelling tone for the rest of the record.
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deathwish — This track showcases raw vulnerability through both its lyrics and melody, standing out as an emotional centerpiece within the album.
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nails from the back — With its catchy rhythm and clever wordplay, this song highlights Stand Atlantic's ability to weave humor into serious topics effectively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic pop-punk with introspective lyrics, though its cohesion suffers slightly from pacing shifts.
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 that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often explore themes of anxiety and self-reflection, contrasting with the upbeat instrumentals.
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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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
- steady energetic flow throughout
- youthful angst and resilience
- short bursts of catharsis
- for upbeat gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy musical explorations
- seek slow, reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- F.E.A.R. is Stand Atlantic's second studio album, following the successful debut, Skinny Dipping, released in 2018. By 2022, the band had solidified their presence in the pop-punk scene, transitioning from emerging artists to key players within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neck Deep· State Champs· All Time Low
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 doomsday 3:03
- 2 pity party 2:42
- 3 van gogh 3:06
- 4 dumb 2:45
- 5 hair out 2:40
- 6 deathwish 2:28
- 7 switchblade 2:38
- 8 nails from the back 2:41
- 9 bloodclot 3:21
- 10 don’t talk [to me] 2:27
- 11 xo 2:52
- 12 cabin fever 3:11
- 13 molotov [OK] 2:16
- 14 i wonder what kind of garlic bread they eat at MENSA 0:40
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