Top tracks — play these first
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Burn the Stake — This track encapsulates the band's biting commentary on societal issues, showcasing a blend of urgency and melodic hooks that define the album's spirit.
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Creep — With its infectious chorus and darkly humorous lyrics, 'Creep' illustrates Goat Girl's ability to juxtapose catchy melodies with unsettling themes.
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The Man with No Heart or Brain — This song exemplifies the band's knack for storytelling through surreal imagery, enhancing the listener's experience of absurdity in modern life.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic post-punk with sharp lyrics, creating a distinct sound that reflects modern disillusionment.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective pieces.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Creep' transitioning from a driving rhythm to a slower, more contemplative section.
- The lyrics often employ sardonic humor and social commentary, with multiple songs featuring call-and-response vocal patterns between band members.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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 Salty Sounds 1:07
- 2 Burn the Stake 2:40
- 3 Creep 2:21
- 4 Viper Fish 3:50
- 5 A Swamp Dog’s Tale 1:21
- 6 Cracker Drool 2:38
- 7 Slowly Reclines 2:30
- 8 The Man with No Heart or Brain 1:32
- 9 Moonlit Monkey 0:40
- 10 The Man 3:10
- 11 Lay Down 2:50
- 12 I Don’t Care Part 1 2:08
- 13 Hank’s Theme 0:47
- 14 I Don’t Care Part 2 2:51
- 15 Throw Me a Bone 2:27
- 16 Dance of Dirty Leftovers 0:46
- 17 Little Liar 1:44
- 18 Country Sleaze 1:48
- 19 Tomorrow 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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