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Ladylike Side One

Storm Large · 2007

25 min · 7 tracks · pop music

A bold blend of pop and rock, infused with theatricality and raw emotion in every performance.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fat Chick's Revenge — This track stands out for its fierce declaration against societal beauty standards, blending humor and poignancy while showcasing Large’s vocal prowess.
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    Ladylike — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of redefining femininity, combining playful lyrics with an infectious chorus that challenges traditional gender roles.
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    Beautiful — Displaying vulnerability and strength, this song offers a stirring contrast to the more assertive tracks, highlighting Large's versatility as an artist.

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

The album combines strong pop melodies with theatrical elements, creating a distinctive sound within its genre.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature dynamic shifts in vocal intensity, particularly in the choruses, emphasizing emotional peaks.
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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • bold theatrical performances with emotion
  • short bursts of playful energy
  • cathartic expression of personal stories
  • engaging sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want subtle and understated tones

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, Ladylike Side One marked Storm Large's debut album, following her exposure on the reality show 'Rock Star: Supernova.' This album established her as a distinctive voice in the pop music landscape, showcasing her unique fusion of genres and powerful vocal style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beautiful 4:45
  • 2 Ladylike 3:08
  • 3 Fat Chick's Revenge 3:34
  • 4 You & You & Me 2:23
  • 5 Twisted Jimmy 3:00
  • 6 Under You 4:47
  • 7 Where Is My Mind? 4:07

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