Jackpot Juicer
Dance Gavin Dance · 2022
62 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of math rock intricacies and emotive post-hardcore dynamics layered with experimental textures and vocal harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cream of the Crop — This track exemplifies the band's knack for intricate guitar work paired with catchy hooks, showcasing their signature blend of technicality and accessibility.
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One Man’s Cringe — The song features a dynamic interplay between clean and harsh vocals, encapsulating the emotional highs and lows characteristic of the band's style while addressing themes of self-reflection.
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Pray to God for Your Mother — With its poignant lyrics and anthemic chorus, this track stands out as a heartfelt exploration of familial relationships that resonates deeply within the album's narrative arc.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong performances but lacks a cohesive flow across its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- Vocalists frequently alternate between clean singing and harsh screams, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate unexpected instrumental breaks and experimental textures, such as the use of synthesizers in 'Holy Ghost Spirit'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
- dynamic progression with peaks
- vibrant energy for active listening
- captivating melodies that invite engagement
- for group sing-alongs
- wave-like pacing with surprises
Maybe skip if you
- seeking simple, straightforward tracks
- prefer consistent, unchanging vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 29, 2022, Jackpot Juicer is Dance Gavin Dance's ninth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed 2018 release, Artificial Selection. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for genre-blending complexity and evolved lyrics, showcasing their continuous artistic growth despite lineup changes over the years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fall of Troy· Chiodos· Emarosa
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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For the Jeers
The shift in perspective during the bridge where the singer confronts external judgment directly challenges societal norms.
This confrontation serves as a pivotal moment on the album, breaking the introspective tone of earlier verses by directly engaging with outside criticism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Untitled 2 0:34
- 2 Cream of the Crop 3:39
- 3 Synergy 3:17
- 4 Holy Ghost Spirit 3:50
- 5 For the Jeers 4:11
- 6 Ember 3:46
- 7 Pop Off! 3:08
- 8 One Man’s Cringe 3:43
- 9 Feels Bad Man 3:19
- 10 Die Another Day 3:41
- 11 Two Secret Weapons 3:30
- 12 Polka Dot Dobbins 2:45
- 13 Long Nights in Jail 3:04
- 14 Back on Deck 3:32
- 15 Current Events 4:17
- 16 Pray to God for Your Mother 3:49
- 17 Swallowed by Eternity 5:04
- 18 Have a Great Life 3:48
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