Hungry Ghost
Violent Soho · 2013
44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A frenetic blend of grunge and punk energy, underscored by sharp lyrics and infectious melodies that capture youthful restlessness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Covered in Chrome — This track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse catchy hooks with gritty guitar riffs, making it a standout anthem of youthful angst.
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Dope Calypso — Opening the album with an infectious groove, this song sets the tone for the record’s exploration of hedonism and disillusionment.
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Gold Coast — With vivid imagery of Australian coastal life, this track highlights the band’s knack for poignant storytelling woven into energetic instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and energetic performances, capturing the essence of its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth track introduces a more subdued pace before returning to intensity.
- Each song features a prominent guitar riff that drives the melody, often accompanied by dynamic shifts in vocal delivery.
- Lyrical themes of disillusionment and youthful angst are consistently explored across the album, with sharp imagery and direct language.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- gritty introspection and energy
- for afternoon drives
- reflective moments with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek immediate catchy hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Hungry Ghost is Violent Soho's third studio album, following their self-titled release in 2010. At this point in their career, the band had begun to cultivate a dedicated fanbase and was transitioning from underground popularity to mainstream recognition in Australia. This album marked a significant step forward in both production quality and songwriting maturity for the band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Deafheaven· Pity Sex· Title Fight
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Saramona Said
The verses shift from introspective observations to pointed critiques of social norms, creating a sense of urgency as they progress.
This structural choice amplifies the emotional impact, drawing listeners into a narrative that questions conformity while maintaining a melodic intensity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dope Calypso 5:06
- 2 Lowbrow 3:33
- 3 Covered in Chrome 3:35
- 4 Saramona Said 4:02
- 5 In the Aisle 3:44
- 6 OK Cathedral 4:46
- 7 Fur Eyes 4:35
- 8 Gold Coast 3:03
- 9 Liars 3:44
- 10 Eightfold 4:06
- 11 Hungry Ghost 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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