For Crying Out Loud
Kasabian · 2017
50 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
Pulsating rhythms and cheeky lyrics intertwine with anthemic choruses to create a vibrant indie rock experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ill Ray (The King) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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You're in Love With a Psycho — This track blends catchy hooks with tongue-in-cheek lyrics exploring themes of obsession and romance, making it emblematic of the band's playful yet incisive style.
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Comeback Kid — A rousing anthem that captures the band's energetic spirit, this song's infectious chorus serves as a rallying cry for resilience and revival.
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Bless This Acid House — With its psychedelic undertones and danceable beats, this track showcases the band's willingness to experiment while maintaining their core sound, reflecting contemporary influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting with varied tempos but lacks deep cohesion and lasting impact.
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 part.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, creating an engaging dynamic between the lead vocals and backing parts.
- The use of electronic elements alongside traditional rock instrumentation is prominent, particularly in tracks like 'Bless This Acid House' and 'You're in Love With a Psycho'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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 mid-tempo sing-alongs
- eclectic anthems for gatherings
- playful irreverence with sharp wit
- engaging tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone single tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and experimentation in their sound during a later phase.
- Career context
- Released on May 5, 2017, For Crying Out Loud is Kasabian's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful 2014 record 48:13. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transitional phase after extensive touring, seeking to re-establish their musical identity with fresh sounds while retaining their signature swagger.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Royal Blood· Arctic Monkeys· The Dead Weather
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You're in Love With a Psycho
The lyrics shift from playful banter about romantic entanglements to darker undertones that suggest deeper psychological insights.
This contrast in tone adds complexity to the narrative, allowing listeners to engage with both the humorous surface and the underlying themes of mental struggle.
Tracklist
- 1 Ill Ray (The King) Start here 3:39
- 2 You're in Love With a Psycho 3:35
- 3 Twentyfourseven 3:01
- 4 Good Fight 3:50
- 5 Wasted 4:07
- 6 Comeback Kid 4:20
- 7 The Party Never Ends 3:52
- 8 Are You Looking for Action? 8:22
- 9 All Through the Night 3:31
- 10 Sixteen Blocks 4:20
- 11 Bless This Acid House 3:45
- 12 Put Your Life on It 4:35
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