What makes Lemon Memory by Menace Beach notable?

Lemon Memory received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its whimsical charm and sonic diversity. The album contributed to Menace Beach's growing reputation within the British indie scene, underscoring their ability to blend genres and appeal to a broad audience. Released as Menace Beach's second studio album, Lemon Memory came after their debut, Ratworld, which had already established their signature sound. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene while experimenting with more eclectic influences.

How many songs are on Lemon Memory?

Lemon Memory has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Lemon Memory

Menace Beach · 2017

37 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of fuzzy guitars and lo-fi melodies, punctuated by playful lyricism and infectious hooks.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Give Blood — Opening the album with a burst of energy, this track encapsulates the band's raw sound while introducing listeners to their playful yet introspective lyrical style.
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Lemon Memory — The title track features a catchy chorus that showcases the band's knack for melding melodic hooks with slightly surreal lyrics, embodying the album's overall vibe.
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Can’t Get a Haircut — With its relatable themes of personal struggle set against an upbeat melody, this track highlights the band's unique ability to juxtapose serious topics with lighthearted sounds.

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 showcases varied structures and textures but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace with layered guitar textures, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
Several songs utilize unconventional song structures, often shifting dynamics and tempos within the same track.
The album closes with a track that gradually fades out, creating a sense of unresolved tension.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Give Blood 3:18
2 Maybe We'll Drown 3:38
3 Sentimental 2:32
4 Lemon Memory 3:34
5 Can’t Get a Haircut 4:20
6 Darlatoid 3:15
7 Suck It Out 3:26
8 Owl 4:58
9 Watch Me Boil 2:51
10 Hexbreaker II 5:44

What to play next

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Black Rainbow Sound

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Ratworld

2015

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