Getting out of Hand
The Bangles · 1981
3 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock
A lively fusion of jangly guitars and harmonious vocals that embodies the early 80s power pop sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Getting Out of Hand — This title track serves as a quintessential example of the band's energetic style and catchy melodies, encapsulating their early sound perfectly.
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Call on Me — With its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, this song showcases the band's knack for creating memorable hooks while highlighting their harmonizing talents.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases early Bangles' sound but lacks the depth of their later work.
What we noticed
- The title track features a driving beat with prominent jangly guitars that create a bright, energetic atmosphere.
- Vocals are layered in harmonies throughout both tracks, emphasizing the band's pop sensibilities.
- The second track introduces a slower tempo and a more introspective lyrical theme, contrasting with the upbeat opener.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Introduced The Bangles to a wider audience, establishing their presence.
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Getting Out of Hand' marked The Bangles' debut EP, establishing their presence in the burgeoning Paisley Underground scene. At this point, they were still evolving from their initial formation as a cover band called The Bangs and experimenting with their original sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Go-Go's· The Pretenders· The Raincoats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Getting Out of Hand 2:13
- 2 Call on Me 1:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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