Jeopardy
The Sound · 1980
54 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
A swirling blend of post-punk textures and introspective lyrics, punctuated by melodic urgency and a haunting atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Can’t Escape Myself — This track encapsulates the album's themes of isolation and existential dread, showcasing a captivating blend of driving rhythms and emotive vocals.
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Missiles — With its urgent tempo and poignant lyrics about societal conflict, this song highlights the band's ability to fuse political commentary with compelling melodies.
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Jeopardy — The title track stands out with its haunting hooks and introspective nature, representing the band's distinctive sound while addressing themes of vulnerability.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends post-punk urgency with introspective lyrics, creating a distinct sound that resonates within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a driving tempo with layered guitar textures and urgent vocals, establishing a consistent energy.
- Tracks like 'I Can't Escape Myself' and 'Jeopardy' feature prominent melodic hooks that contrast with darker lyrical themes.
- The album's pacing shifts noticeably after the seventh track, introducing more atmospheric elements and slower tempos.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective evening reflections
- brooding atmospheric soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in November 1980, Jeopardy is The Sound's debut album, positioning them at the forefront of the post-punk movement. The album emerged after the band formed in 1979 and began to develop their sound, marking a significant entry point into their career as they sought to establish themselves amid the competitive British music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Echo & the Bunnymen· The Chameleons· The Psychedelic Furs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Can’t Escape Myself 3:55
- 2 Heartland 3:34
- 3 Hour of Need 3:03
- 4 Words Fail Me 2:59
- 5 Missiles 5:28
- 6 Heyday 3:03
- 7 Jeopardy 3:38
- 8 Night Versus Day 3:16
- 9 Resistance 2:48
- 10 Unwritten Law 3:40
- 11 Desire 3:35
- 12 Heartland (live) 3:20
- 13 Brute Force (live) 4:07
- 14 Jeopardy (live) 3:47
- 15 Coldbeat (live) 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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