What makes Hit for Six by Consumed notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics and helped solidify Consumed's place in the punk rock community. Its energetic tracks and witty lyricism resonated with fans, leading to features in various music publications and a growing fanbase that would support their subsequent releases. Released in 1999, 'Hit for Six' was Consumed's debut album, following their formation in the mid-90s. At this point, they were establishing themselves within the UK punk scene, building on their live performance reputation to create a recorded presence.

How many songs are on Hit for Six?

Hit for Six has 14 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Hit for Six

Consumed · 1999

34 min · 14 tracks · punk rock

Energetic punk anthems collide with catchy melodies and irreverent lyrics in a whirlwind of vibrant sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sunnyside Up — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and catchy hooks, immediately showcasing the band's signature punk sound.
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On the Take Again — With its brisk tempo and sarcastic lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's ability to blend humor with punk sensibilities, making it a standout moment.
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Twat Called Maurice — This song illustrates the band's irreverent style, using clever wordplay and sharp social commentary that captures the spirit of late-90s punk culture.
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Chop Suicide — A fan favorite, this track combines rapid-fire rhythms with an anthemic chorus, reflecting the band's knack for creating memorable punk songs.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

Energetic punk anthems with catchy melodies define this debut, though it doesn't push boundaries within the genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter part.
Several tracks incorporate gang vocals, enhancing the anthemic quality and encouraging listener participation during live performances.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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 Sunnyside Up 2:29
2 On the Take Again 2:01
3 Wake Up With a Smile 2:45
4 King Kong Song 3:08
5 Nicky Fry 1:53
6 Something to Do 1:50
7 Lead the Way 2:24
8 Twat Called Maurice 2:40
9 Butterside Down 2:31
10 Do the Duchess 2:27
11 Chop Suicide 2:33
12 Promoter Head 1:49
13 Black and Blue 2:57
14 Start Living 2:33

What to play next

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