Instincts
Romeo Void · 1984
38 min · 9 tracks · new wave
A vibrant fusion of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics capturing the restless spirit of early '80s new wave.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Girl in Trouble (Is a Temporary Thing) — This track exemplifies the band's unique blend of catchy hooks and introspective lyrics, becoming their most commercially successful song and a defining anthem of the era.
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Just Too Easy — The energetic instrumentation and sharp lyrical commentary on relationships make this track a perfect representation of the album's vibrant yet reflective tone.
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Instincts — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of self-discovery and emotional complexity, featuring a memorable chorus that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong synth melodies and varied vocal styles but lacks overall cohesion in pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving synth line that sets a consistent mid-tempo pace for the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo shifts, particularly in the transition from 'A Girl in Trouble' to 'Say No', which alters the album's energy.
- The final track, 'Instincts', features an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering atmosphere.
- 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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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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out on My Own 3:50
- 2 Just Too Easy 3:10
- 3 Billy’s Birthday 4:07
- 4 Going to Neon 3:33
- 5 Six Days and One 4:27
- 6 A Girl in Trouble (Is a Temporary Thing) 4:15
- 7 Say No 4:35
- 8 Your Life Is a Lie 5:12
- 9 Instincts 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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