Going Grey
The Front Bottoms · 2017
37 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and catchy melodies wrapped in a lo-fi, folk-punk aesthetic.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Used to Say (Holy Fuck) — This opening track sets the tone with its raw vulnerability and engaging narrative style, exploring themes of nostalgia and regret.
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Vacation Town — With its upbeat rhythm juxtaposed against introspective lyrics, this song captures the essence of escaping mundane reality through whimsical imagery.
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Everyone but You — This track stands out for its poignant examination of isolation and longing, combining catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing a polished yet familiar sound within indie rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features layered vocals and a steady drumbeat, establishing an upbeat tempo that persists through the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt shifts in dynamics, such as 'Don't Fill Up on Chips,' which transitions from quiet verses to explosive choruses.
- Lyrically, the songs often feature conversational storytelling, with recurring themes of nostalgia and introspection woven throughout.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- introspective moments for reflection
- catchy melodies for road trips
- lighthearted tunes for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer heavy, intense soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2017, Going Grey marks The Front Bottoms' fifth studio album and their first under the label Fueled by Ramen. This album follows their self-titled release in 2015, showcasing a shift towards a more polished sound while retaining their signature storytelling approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Modern Baseball· Jeff Rosenstock· The Wonder Years
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Used to Say (Holy Fuck) 4:00
- 2 Peace Sign 3:12
- 3 Bae 2:56
- 4 Vacation Town 3:45
- 5 Don't Fill Up on Chips 3:03
- 6 Grand Finale 3:19
- 7 Trampoline 3:37
- 8 Raining 3:03
- 9 Far Drive 3:12
- 10 Everyone but You 3:30
- 11 Ocean 4:03
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