Is I Think This Is a good place to start with The Young Fresh Fellows?

Yes, I Think This Is is recommended as a starting point for new The Young Fresh Fellows listeners. A frenetic blend of jangly guitars and witty lyrics captures the chaotic energy of alternative rock's underground scene. By 2009, The Young Fresh Fellows were well-established in the alternative rock landscape, having released several albums since their debut in 1986. 'I Think This Is' marked their return after a five-year hiatus, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their characteristic humor and irreverence.

Who is I Think This Is for?

I Think This Is works well if you're into quick bursts of playful energy, lighthearted melodies for gatherings and breezy tunes for sunny days.

How many songs are on I Think This Is?

I Think This Is has 13 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

I Think This Is

The Young Fresh Fellows · 2009

32 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A frenetic blend of jangly guitars and witty lyrics captures the chaotic energy of alternative rock's underground scene.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Guilty Ones Start here — Opening with an infectious energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and playful lyrics about moral ambiguity.
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Go Blue Angels Go — A brief but impactful song that combines humor and sharp social commentary, reflecting the band's knack for merging lightheartedness with serious undertones.
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If You Believe in Cleveland — This track features poignant reflections on faith and identity, showcasing a more introspective side amidst the album's overall upbeat vibe.
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Used to Think All Things Would Happen — With its nostalgic theme, this song encapsulates a sense of longing and regret, blending melodic elements with thoughtful lyrics that resonate deeply.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases clever songwriting and energetic instrumentation but lacks some cohesion in its latter half.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent tempo with driving rhythms and jangly guitars, while the second half introduces more varied dynamics and lyrical themes.
The lyrics often incorporate humor and social commentary, which are delivered with a conversational vocal style that complements the energetic instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

quick bursts of playful energy
lighthearted melodies for gatherings
breezy tunes for sunny days
short tracks for easy listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer longer, immersive experiences
seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Cult that showcases the band's clever songwriting and energetic sound.
Themes: Cleveland identity· moral ambiguity humor· nostalgic longing
Career context: By 2009, The Young Fresh Fellows were well-established in the alternative rock landscape, having released several albums since their debut in 1986. 'I Think This Is' marked their return after a five-year hiatus, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their characteristic humor and irreverence.
Stylistic neighbors: The Minus 5· The Posies· They Might Be Giants