How to Make Friends
FM Belfast · 2008
36 min · 11 tracks · electro
A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and playful melodies, inviting listeners to dance and connect with carefree joy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Frequency — This track sets the tone for the album with its catchy rhythm and playful lyrics, perfectly encapsulating the carefree spirit that defines FM Belfast's sound.
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Underwear — With its humorous lyrics and bouncy beat, this song represents the band's knack for blending light-hearted themes with infectious melodies.
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Tropical — This track showcases the band's ability to create an immersive atmosphere, transporting listeners to sun-soaked locales with its vibrant sounds.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic beats with varied vocal styles, creating a distinct yet cohesive sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a danceable tone, maintaining an upbeat tempo through the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, while others utilize spoken word elements for contrast.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, introducing more atmospheric soundscapes that diverge from the earlier rhythmic focus.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- playful melodies that invite dancing
- short bursts of infectious energy
- carefree vibes for gatherings
- vibrant rhythms for social moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- want lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- How to Make Friends is FM Belfast's debut album, marking their emergence in the Icelandic electro scene. Released in 2008, it came after a series of energetic live performances that helped build their reputation as a dynamic act poised for wider recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hot Chip· LCD Soundsystem· The Knife
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Pump
The bridge shifts into a repetitive chant that builds anticipation before the final chorus lands with exuberant energy.
This structural choice amplifies the song's infectious rhythm, creating a moment of collective engagement that draws listeners into the experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Frequency 3:49
- 2 Underwear 3:08
- 3 I Can Feel Love 3:32
- 4 Tropical 3:09
- 5 Pump 2:42
- 6 Par Avion 3:16
- 7 VHS 2:52
- 8 Lotus 3:44
- 9 Optical 3:20
- 10 Synthia 3:14
- 11 President 3:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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