Keep It Going
Mad Caddies · 2007
49 min · 15 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant blend of ska rhythms and punk energy, infused with heartfelt lyrics and a sense of urgency throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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State of Mind — This track encapsulates the album's blend of upbeat melodies and introspective lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to balance fun with deeper themes.
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Coyote — With its catchy chorus and driving rhythm, this song highlights the band's signature style while addressing themes of longing and escapism.
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Souls for Sale — This track features a compelling narrative that critiques societal values, making it one of the more thought-provoking songs on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends ska and punk but lacks a strong cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high-energy tempo with ska-influenced rhythms, while the second half introduces slower tracks that provide contrast.
- Several songs feature layered horn sections that complement the guitar-driven melodies, enhancing the overall sound.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of introspection and urgency, with verses often building to anthemic choruses.
- 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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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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt urgency in every track
- quick bursts of energetic joy
- sing-along moments with friends
- reflective themes for sunny days
- short tracks for easy replay
Maybe skip if you
- slow, meandering listening preferences
- long, drawn-out musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Keep It Going is the fifth studio album by Mad Caddies, following their 2004 album, Just One More. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique fusion of ska and punk while continuing to tour extensively, establishing a loyal fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Less Than Jake· Reel Big Fish· Streetlight Manifesto
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dirge 1:53
- 2 Backyard 3:01
- 3 State of Mind 3:46
- 4 Today 2:39
- 5 Without You 3:07
- 6 Reflections 3:13
- 7 Lay Your Head Down 3:28
- 8 Tired Bones 2:53
- 9 Coyote 4:10
- 10 Don’t Go 3:00
- 11 Pyramid Scheme 2:27
- 12 Souls for Sale 3:42
- 13 Riding for a Fall 4:39
- 14 Whatcha Gonna Do 3:08
- 15 [untitled] 4:02
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