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Released 20 years ago

Give Me a Wall

¡Forward, Russia! · 2006

49 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A frenetic blend of angular guitars and driving rhythms, infused with introspective lyrics and a sense of urgency.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Thirteen — Opening with a punchy rhythm and urgent vocals, this track encapsulates the band's signature sound and sets a high-energy tone for the album.
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    Fifteen, Part I — This song features intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, showcasing the band's knack for blending melody with intensity.
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    Nineteen — With its reflective lyrics and climactic build-up, this track highlights the band's lyrical depth while maintaining their energetic style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album's unique structure and energetic sound mark it as a notable entry in the indie rock scene.

What we noticed

  • The album features a non-linear track numbering system, with titles that suggest a conceptual approach rather than traditional naming.
  • Each track maintains a brisk tempo, with angular guitar riffs and driving drum patterns that create a sense of urgency throughout.
  • The lyrics often reflect introspective themes, contrasting the frenetic instrumentation with moments of reflection.
  • Several tracks transition seamlessly into one another, creating an uninterrupted flow that enhances the album's cohesive feel.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 Thirteen 4:02
  • 2 Twelve 2:14
  • 3 Fifteen, Part I 4:14
  • 4 Nine 3:56
  • 5 Nineteen 4:54
  • 6 Seventeen 4:05
  • 7 Eighteen 3:37
  • 8 Sixteen 5:48
  • 9 Seven 3:28
  • 10 Fifteen, Part II 5:23
  • 11 Eleven 7:28

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