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Lexicon Devil

Germs · 1978

5 min · 3 tracks · punk rock

Raw energy bursts forth from blistering guitar riffs and frantic drumming, embodying the chaotic spirit of late '70s punk rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Lexicon Devil — The title track sets the tone for the EP with its frenetic pace and confrontational lyrics, encapsulating the band's essence and ethos.
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    No God — This track exemplifies the nihilistic themes prevalent in punk rock, combining aggressive instrumentation with scathing commentary on authority.
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    Circle One — With its brevity and intensity, this song reflects the urgency and impatience of the punk movement while maintaining a distinct melodic structure.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

56 /100
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Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

This EP captures the raw essence of punk with its short, energetic tracks and distinct sound.

What we noticed

  • The title track features a rapid tempo with aggressive guitar riffs that dominate the mix, while the vocals are delivered in a raw, almost shouted style.
  • Each of the three tracks is under three minutes long, contributing to a sense of urgency and brevity throughout the EP.
  • The drumming is frenetic and unpolished, often pushing the tempo forward without adhering to traditional rock rhythms.
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
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Lexicon Devil

    The song features a moment where the vocal delivery shifts from chaotic shouts to a more rhythmic chant that draws listeners in.

    This shift creates a dynamic contrast that emphasizes the band's defiance while engaging the audience in a way that few contemporaries achieved.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lexicon Devil 2:05
  • 2 No God 1:52
  • 3 Circle One 1:43

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