Fuck Texas, Sing for Us
New Model Army · 2008
73 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A raw, defiant blend of post-punk energy and anthemic rock melodies that channels frustration and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nothing Dies Easy — This track encapsulates the album's core themes of struggle and perseverance, featuring poignant lyrics that reflect on the complexities of life and loss.
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Bloodsports — With its driving rhythm and incisive lyrics, this song critiques societal violence and the human condition, making it a standout moment in the album.
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Lust for Power — This track combines energetic instrumentation with sharp commentary on authority and corruption, showcasing the band's ability to merge politics with compelling music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends raw energy with lyrical depth, reflecting its themes through varied musical approaches.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features driving rhythms and aggressive guitar work, while the second half shifts to more reflective and melodic arrangements.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements alongside traditional singing, creating a varied vocal texture.
- The lyrics often address social and political themes directly, with a focus on personal resilience and collective struggle.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- politically charged anthemic moments
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- consistent journey with emotional peaks
- for communal sing-alongs
- thought-provoking themes for deep dives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone radio singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a significant return to form with politically charged themes during social unrest.
- Career context
- By 2008, New Model Army was in a period of artistic evolution, having released their previous album, 'High,' in 2007. 'Fuck Texas, Sing for Us' marked their return to form after a brief hiatus, showcasing their signature sound while addressing contemporary social issues. This album solidified their position as enduring voices within the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cult· Killing Joke· The Sisters of Mercy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:24
- 2 225 4:01
- 3 Nothing Dies Easy 4:11
- 4 Island 4:40
- 5 Into the Wind 4:20
- 6 Breathing 4:30
- 7 Rivers 5:01
- 8 One of the Chosen 4:29
- 9 Bloodsports 4:24
- 10 Lust for Power 4:04
- 11 No Mirror, No Shadow 3:51
- 12 High 4:40
- 13 Family 4:22
- 14 Vagabonds 6:09
- 15 Wired 3:22
- 16 Bad Old World 4:09
- 17 Master Race 3:13
- 18 Poison Street 3:44
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