Released 5 years ago this October
Let Me Do One More
Illuminati Hotties · 2021
41 min · 12 tracks
A vibrant blend of punk energy and pop sensibility, brimming with candid lyrics and playful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Threatening Each Other re: Capitalism — This track stands out for its incisive critique of consumer culture, using humor and wit to address serious societal issues. It encapsulates the album's blend of levity and depth.
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u v v p — The song captures a sense of vulnerability wrapped in catchy hooks, creating an engaging contrast between upbeat sound and introspective lyrics about navigating relationships.
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Growth — As the closing track, it offers a reflective perspective on personal development, tying together the album's themes of change and self-acceptance through lush instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic punk with introspective moments, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks are high-energy, featuring driving guitar riffs and fast tempos, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with slower pacing.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'u v v p', which shifts from a laid-back groove to an intense punk section.
- The lyrics often blend humor with social commentary, particularly in 'Threatening Each Other re: Capitalism', where the vocal delivery matches the playful yet pointed message.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- upbeat energy for road trips
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- introspective lyrics with punch
- short tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced reflective listening
- long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Let Me Do One More is Illuminati Hotties' sophomore album, released two years after their acclaimed debut, Kiss Yr Frenemies. At this point in their career, the band was refining their sound while embracing a broader emotional palette, showcasing growth both musically and lyrically.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cherry Glazerr· Soccer Mommy· Snail Mail
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Growth
The final verse shifts from collective experiences to a deeply personal realization about self-worth and acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pool Hopping 3:07
- 2 MMMOOOAAAAAYAYA 3:04
- 3 Knead 3:27
- 4 Threatening Each Other re: Capitalism 4:43
- 5 u v v p 4:44
- 6 Protector 4:31
- 7 Joni: LA’s No. 1 Health Goth 3:37
- 8 Kickflip 2:24
- 9 Toasting 0:37
- 10 The Sway 3:35
- 11 Cheap Shoes 2:59
- 12 Growth 4:08
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