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Humanesque

Jack Green · 1980

38 min · 11 tracks

A fusion of rock and pop infused with introspective lyrics, showcasing a blend of catchy hooks and thoughtful melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Murder — Opening the album with an intense exploration of dark themes, this track sets a poignant tone that resonates throughout the record.
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    So Much — This track highlights Green's knack for blending catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, making it a standout example of his songwriting prowess.
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    Life on the Line — With its compelling narrative and engaging rhythm, this song encapsulates the album's thematic focus on human experiences and vulnerabilities.
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    Factory Girl — This track utilizes vivid storytelling that critiques industrial life, showcasing Green's ability to weave social commentary into accessible rock music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

49 /100
Foothills
Higher than 22% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and introspective lyrics but lacks standout production or cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo rock sound, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
  • Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the melodic hooks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Murder 3:20
  • 2 So Much 3:51
  • 3 Valentina 4:20
  • 4 Babe 3:31
  • 5 Can't Stand It 3:34
  • 6 I Call, No Answer 3:32
  • 7 Life on the Line 4:06
  • 8 Bout That Girl 3:00
  • 9 Thought It Was Easy 2:46
  • 10 Factory Girl 2:51
  • 11 This Is Japan 3:11

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