Ghost Town
The Specials · 2009
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single blends haunting melodies with ska rhythms, showcasing strong writing and production while maintaining a distinct sound.
What we noticed
- The title track features a slow, steady tempo with a prominent bassline that drives the rhythm while horns punctuate the melody.
- The second track, 'Why?', shifts to a more upbeat ska rhythm but retains a reflective lyrical tone, contrasting with the first track's somberness.
- The final two tracks are remixes that strip down the original elements, focusing on rhythm and atmosphere rather than melody.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
Reference: MusicBrainz
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