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Last Night All My Dreams Came True

Wild Beasts · 2018

52 min · 13 tracks · punk rock

A vibrant blend of art rock and punk energy, driven by intricate melodies and introspective lyrics that challenge expectations.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Wanderlust — Opening the album with an infectious rhythm and existential themes, this track sets the tone for the exploration of desire and longing that permeates the record.
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    Alpha Female — This track stands out for its bold commentary on gender dynamics, merging punchy instrumentals with incisive lyrics that challenge societal norms around femininity.
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    Celestial Creatures — Closing the album with ethereal soundscapes and reflective lyrics, this song encapsulates the overarching themes of dreams and reality present throughout the record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends intricate melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing a mature sound that stands out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a steady tempo, while the second half introduces more varied dynamics and slower moments.
  • The lyrics often juxtapose personal introspection with broader societal themes, enhancing the emotional weight of the music.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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 Wanderlust 4:52
  • 2 Big Cat 3:19
  • 3 A Simple Beautiful Truth 2:28
  • 4 2BU 4:22
  • 5 Bed of Nails 4:08
  • 6 Hooting & Howling 4:38
  • 7 This Is Our Lot 4:25
  • 8 He the Colossus 4:23
  • 9 The Devil's Palace 3:43
  • 10 Alpha Female 3:46
  • 11 Get My Bang 3:34
  • 12 All the King's Men 3:59
  • 13 Celestial Creatures 4:52

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