I Shall Exterminate Everything Around Me That Restricts Me from Being the Master
Electric Six · 2007
50 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A frenetic blend of punk energy and quirky humor wrapped in catchy hooks and off-kilter rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dance Pattern — This track encapsulates the album's blend of humor and danceable beats, featuring infectious rhythms that invite listeners to engage physically while delivering tongue-in-cheek lyrics about movement.
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Feed My Fuckin Habit — With its raw energy and blunt lyrics, this song stands out for its unapologetic exploration of addiction and desire, perfectly illustrating Electric Six's edgy style.
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Randy’s Hot Tonight! — This track showcases the band's signature wit through playful lyrics and a catchy chorus, making it a memorable highlight that captures their fun-loving spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting with quirky humor, though it may not hold up as strongly over time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter part.
- Many tracks feature abrupt tempo changes and quirky instrumental breaks, creating a sense of unpredictability throughout.
- The lyrics often employ humor and satire, with several songs featuring call-and-response vocal patterns that engage the listener.
- 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
- quirky, energetic listening experience
- short, punchy track lengths
- dynamic energy peaks and valleys
- humorous and playful vibes
- engaging hooks and melodies
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of this release, Electric Six had established themselves with a cult following thanks to their previous albums, particularly the breakout hit 'Fire' in 2003. This album served as their fifth studio effort, showcasing their knack for blending genres while continuing to experiment with lyrical absurdity and musical styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Darkness· Weezer· OK Go
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Showtime! 1:53
- 2 Down at McDonnelzzz 4:01
- 3 Dance Pattern 3:41
- 4 Rip It! 3:37
- 5 Feed My Fuckin Habit 2:11
- 6 Riding on the White Train 2:48
- 7 Broken Machine 3:16
- 8 When I Get to the Green Building 3:54
- 9 Randy’s Hot Tonight! 3:04
- 10 Kukuxumushu 3:51
- 11 I Don’t Like You 2:53
- 12 Lucifer Airlines 2:49
- 13 Lenny Kravitz 3:06
- 14 Fabulous People 2:26
- 15 Sexy Trash 2:07
- 16 Dirty Looks 4:46
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