Hypnotised
The Undertones · 1980
51 min · 20 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant blend of punk energy and pop sensibility, brimming with catchy melodies and youthful exuberance.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Perfect Cousin — This track encapsulates the band's witty lyricism and infectious hooks, representing their knack for blending humor with catchy punk melodies.
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There Goes Norman — With its brisk tempo and sharp lyrics, this song showcases the band's ability to tackle social themes while maintaining an upbeat sound.
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Hypnotised — The title track features a driving rhythm and memorable chorus that exemplifies the album's overall energetic vibe and lyrical wit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases catchy melodies and energetic punk sound, though it lacks some cohesion in its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of upbeat tempos, with nearly all tracks maintaining a fast pace that energizes the listener.
- Several tracks incorporate playful lyrics that reflect youthful themes, contributing to the overall lighthearted tone of the album.
- The instrumentation is characterized by bright guitar riffs and punchy rhythms, typical of the punk rock genre but with a pop sensibility.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
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
- quick, punchy listening sessions
- dynamic energy fluctuations
- catchy melodies and hooks
- nostalgic youthful vibes
- short bursts of fun
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 21, 1980, Hypnotised is The Undertones' third studio album, following their critically acclaimed self-titled debut and the sophomore effort, Positive Touch. At this point in their career, they were refining their sound while maintaining their signature energetic style, positioning themselves as key figures in the Northern Irish punk rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Buzzcocks· The Clash· The Dickies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 More Songs About Chocolate and Girls 2:39
- 2 There Goes Norman 2:25
- 3 Hypnotised 2:30
- 4 See That Girl 2:23
- 5 Whizz Kids 2:18
- 6 Under the Boardwalk 2:25
- 7 The Way Girls Talk 2:29
- 8 Hard Luck 3:39
- 9 My Perfect Cousin 2:36
- 10 Boys Will Be Boys 1:27
- 11 Tearproof 2:19
- 12 Wednesday Week 2:16
- 13 Nine Times out of Ten 2:36
- 14 Girls That Don’t Talk 2:27
- 15 What’s With Terry? 3:14
- 16 You’ve Got My Number (Why Don’t You Use It?) 2:37
- 17 Hard Luck (Again) 4:09
- 18 Let’s Talk About Girls 3:37
- 19 Told You So 2:06
- 20 I Don’t Wanna See You Again 0:46
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