Top tracks — play these first
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Fingers of Steel — This opening track sets the tone with its urgent rhythm and vivid imagery, showcasing Shame's ability to blend intensity with introspection.
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Adderall — Here, the band tackles themes of anxiety and dependence through sharp lyrics and a pulsating beat, encapsulating the struggles of modern society.
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Different Person — This track features a compelling shift in musical dynamics, reflecting personal change and disconnection, which resonates deeply throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic instrumentals with incisive lyrics, creating a compelling yet chaotic listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, setting a frenetic tone.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, shifting from fast-paced sections to slower, more reflective moments.
- The lyrics often feature sharp, biting commentary on contemporary issues, delivered with an urgent vocal style that matches the instrumentals.
- 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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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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fingers of Steel 4:21
- 2 Six‐Pack 3:51
- 3 Yankees 4:36
- 4 Alibis 2:30
- 5 Adderall 4:25
- 6 Orchid 4:55
- 7 The Fall of Paul 3:43
- 8 Burning by Design 3:31
- 9 Different Person 5:11
- 10 All the People 5:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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