Hypersonic Missiles
Sam Fender · 2019
4 min · 1 track · indie rock
An explosive blend of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of modern indie rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hypersonic Missiles — The title track serves as a powerful statement on societal anxieties and global tensions, reflecting Fender's sharp observational style.
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Dead Boys — This poignant track addresses male mental health issues, combining heartfelt lyrics with an anthemic chorus that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Play God — With its driving rhythm and thought-provoking narrative about moral dilemmas, this song exemplifies Fender's knack for storytelling through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic anthems with sharp social commentary, making it a notable debut in indie rock.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a high-energy pace with driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the fourth track shifts to a more introspective tone.
- Several songs feature layered instrumentation that builds to climactic moments, particularly in the choruses, enhancing their emotional impact.
- Lyrically, the album addresses social issues directly, with tracks like 'White Privilege' and 'Dead Boys' using storytelling to convey urgency and relevance.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hypersonic Missiles 4:00
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