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Listen & Forgive

Transit · 2011

37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic punk energy collides with introspective lyrics, creating a sound that is both urgent and reflective.

Top tracks — play these first

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    You Can't Miss It (It's Everywhere) — The opening track sets the tone with its catchy melodies and anthemic chorus, immediately engaging listeners with its blend of urgency and relatability.
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    Listen & Forgive — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of reconciliation and self-discovery, showcasing poignant lyrics alongside dynamic instrumentals that highlight Transit's signature sound.
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    Long Lost Friends — With its nostalgic reflections on friendship and connection, this track stands out for its emotional depth and memorable hooks, making it a fan favorite.

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 blends energetic punk with reflective lyrics, creating a solid yet familiar sound within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and fast tempos, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective tracks.
  • Many songs feature a call-and-response vocal style, where the lead vocalist is complemented by harmonies from other band members, enhancing the emotional impact.
  • The lyrics often explore themes of regret and self-reflection, with several tracks employing vivid imagery to convey personal experiences.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 You Can't Miss It (It's Everywhere) 2:35
  • 2 Long Lost Friends 3:32
  • 3 Listen & Forgive 2:36
  • 4 All Your Heart 3:18
  • 5 Asleep at the Wheel 2:45
  • 6 Cutting Corners 2:34
  • 7 Skipping Stone 3:31
  • 8 I Think I Know You 3:12
  • 9 Don't Make a Sound 2:53
  • 10 1978 3:03
  • 11 Over Your Head 4:00
  • 12 The Answer Comes in Time 3:38

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