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Katla

Ida Maria · 2010

35 min · 9 tracks · punk rock

A raw and energetic blend of punk rock with infectious hooks and unapologetic lyrical bravado.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Eat Boys Like You for Breakfast — This track exemplifies Ida Maria's fierce attitude and catchy melodies, serving as an anthem of empowerment that resonates with her punk rock roots.
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    Bad Karma — With its driving beat and sharp lyrics, this song captures the essence of frustration and rebellion, reflecting the album's overall themes.
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    10,000 Lovers — This track features a dynamic arrangement and a memorable chorus, highlighting Ida Maria's knack for blending punk energy with pop sensibilities.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Ida Maria's 'Katla' combines energetic punk rock with engaging hooks, showcasing her distinct vocal style.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks are high-energy anthems that maintain a fast tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel between the singer and the audience.
  • The album closes with an untitled track that fades out gradually, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Quite Nice People 3:22
  • 2 Bad Karma 2:56
  • 3 10,000 Lovers 3:06
  • 4 Cherry Red 2:51
  • 5 Let's Leave 2:56
  • 6 I Eat Boys Like You for Breakfast 3:32
  • 7 Devil 9:47
  • 8 My Shoes 4:14
  • 9 [untitled] 2:15

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