Late Show
The Beaches · 2017
39 min · 12 tracks · garage rock
A vibrant mix of garage rock energy and glam rock flair, bursting with infectious hooks and youthful exuberance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Money — This track stands out for its sharp commentary on consumerism wrapped in an upbeat melody, blending social critique with irresistible hooks.
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T-Shirt — With its relatable themes of nostalgia and longing, this song captures the band's knack for writing catchy yet emotionally resonant choruses.
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Back of My Heart — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythm and confident vocals, inviting listeners into The Beaches' vibrant world.
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Late Show — The title track showcases a blend of humor and introspection, illustrating the band's ability to balance fun with deeper lyrical content.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic performances and catchy hooks but lacks depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, with tracks like 'Back of My Heart' and 'Money' driving the energy forward.
- Several songs feature prominent guitar riffs that serve as hooks, particularly in 'T-Shirt' and 'Turn Me On'.
- The album closes with a slower track, 'Sweet Life', which contrasts with the high-energy opening, creating a dynamic shift.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Back of My Heart 3:43
- 2 Money 3:16
- 3 Moment 2:47
- 4 Let Me Touch 2:54
- 5 T-Shirt 3:06
- 6 Turn Me On 3:05
- 7 Gold 3:47
- 8 Highway 6 4:41
- 9 Late Show 3:01
- 10 Keeper 2:50
- 11 Walk Like That 3:28
- 12 Sweet Life 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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