Released 10 years ago
Idle Hands
Fatso Jetson · 2016
56 min · 11 tracks · stoner rock
A psychedelic blend of stoner rock and experimental sounds, merging heavy riffs with introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wire Wheels and Robots — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive soundscapes and intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's signature style.
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Nervous Eater — With its driving rhythm and vivid imagery, this track encapsulates the album's exploration of existential themes wrapped in heavy riffs.
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Idle Hands — The title track dives deep into personal reflection, blending melodic elements with gritty instrumentation that exemplifies the album’s core themes.
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Last of the Good Times — This song balances nostalgia with a sense of urgency, creating an emotional resonance that stands out amidst the heavier tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with introspective lyrics, showcasing a distinctive sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature heavy, distorted guitar riffs that set a driving pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower tempo with more atmospheric elements.
- 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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7/10
- 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
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective journeys through sound
- kaleidoscopic vibes for relaxation
- consistent flow for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Idle Hands is Fatso Jetson's first album since their 2003 release, this marked a significant return for the band after over a decade. The album came during a period of renewed interest in stoner rock, positioning Fatso Jetson to reestablish themselves within the genre's evolving landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kyuss· Queens of the Stone Age· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wire Wheels and Robots 5:55
- 2 Portuguese Dream 2:42
- 3 Royal Family 4:52
- 4 Nervous Eater 4:17
- 5 Seroquel 6:33
- 6 Idle Hands 5:45
- 7 Last of the Good Times 5:23
- 8 Then and Now 5:27
- 9 The Vincent Letter 6:56
- 10 48 Hours 4:26
- 11 Dream Homes 4:06
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