Top tracks — play these first
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Pussyfootin' — This track exemplifies the band's blend of frenetic energy and catchy hooks, encapsulating the playful experimentation that defines the album.
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I Am a Cracked Machine — The closing track stands out with its exploration of dissonance and complex structures, leaving listeners with a hauntingly memorable experience.
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Kiss Me, U Jacked Up Jerk — With its sharp lyrical wit and infectious rhythm, this song captures the essence of Brainiac's quirky style while also highlighting their lyrical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's erratic structure and dissonant sound create a unique experience that rewards multiple listens.
What we noticed
- The album features abrupt tempo changes, with tracks like 'Hot Seat Can't Sit Down' shifting from frenetic energy to quieter moments.
- Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, often eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of fragmented sections.
- Dissonant guitar riffs and off-kilter rhythms dominate the sound, particularly evident in tracks such as 'Vincent Come on Down' and 'Kiss Me, U Jacked Up Jerk'.
- 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
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Indian Poker, Part 3 0:51
- 2 Pussyfootin' 2:36
- 3 Vincent Come on Down 2:34
- 4 This Little Piggy 3:51
- 5 Strung 2:10
- 6 Hot Seat Can't Sit Down 3:10
- 7 The Vulgar Trade 1:44
- 8 Beekeepers Maxim 2:53
- 9 Kiss Me, U Jacked Up Jerk 3:13
- 10 70 kg Man 3:32
- 11 Indian Poker, Part 2 0:45
- 12 Nothing Ever Changes 2:42
- 13 I Am a Cracked Machine 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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