Hit Parade
Róisín Murphy · 2023
58 min · 12 tracks · indie pop
Electro-pop beats intertwine with Róisín Murphy's playful vocals, creating a vibrant soundscape that invites both introspection and dance.
Top tracks — play these first
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What Not to Do Start here — Opening the album with an infectious hook, this track sets the tone for the exploration of personal boundaries and self-awareness that permeates the record.
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Hurtz So Bad — This poignant song encapsulates vulnerability, with its lush arrangements highlighting Murphy's emotional delivery and lyrical reflection on love's complexities.
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Free Will — With its driving beat and thought-provoking lyrics, this track stands out as a contemplation on choice and autonomy, blending catchy melodies with deeper themes.
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Eureka — Closing the album with an upbeat energy, 'Eureka' presents a triumphant resolution, celebrating discovery and personal growth through catchy hooks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends vibrant electro-pop with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong production and a distinct sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with danceable rhythms, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate layered electronic textures that create a rich soundscape, enhancing the playful quality of Murphy's vocals.
- 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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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- introspective lyrics for deep reflection
- danceable rhythms for lively moments
- explorative soundscapes for curious listeners
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, immediate tracks
- seek constant high-energy intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a five-year gap, maintaining Murphy's influence.
- Themes
- personal boundaries· electro-pop evolution· love's complexities
- Career context
- Released on September 8, 2023, 'Hit Parade' marks Róisín Murphy's first album in five years since 'Take Her Up to Monto' (2016). This album arrives during a period of artistic evolution for Murphy, as she continues to redefine her sound by embracing electronic influences while maintaining her distinctive pop sensibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Goldfrapp· Little Boots· Bat for Lashes
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hurtz So Bad
The lyrics shift from tender reminiscence to an almost anguished realization about love’s pain.
This transition highlights the duality of longing and heartache, emphasizing how love can simultaneously uplift and wound.
Tracklist
- 1 What Not to Do Start here 5:02
- 2 CooCool 4:31
- 3 The Universe 4:05
- 4 Hurtz So Bad 4:37
- 5 The House 3:32
- 6 Fader 4:43
- 7 Free Will 6:22
- 8 You Knew 7:16
- 9 Can’t Replicate 7:28
- 10 Crazy Ants Reprise 1:28
- 11 Two Ways 4:27
- 12 Eureka 4:46
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