Little by Little...
Harvey Danger · 2005
66 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock
A raw and introspective blend of alternative rock, capturing the band's evolution with sharp lyrics and melodic hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cream and Bastards Rise — This track exemplifies the album's biting social critique, blending catchy melodies with sharp commentary on societal norms.
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Little Round Mirrors — With its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, this song encapsulates the themes of nostalgia and regret that permeate the album.
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Happiness Writes White — This track stands out for its intricate instrumentation and poignant lyrics about the elusive nature of happiness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong lyrical content and varied structures but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a reflective atmosphere.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal anecdotes, with a focus on introspection and social commentary.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic mix of tempos
- introspective moments for reflection
- sharp lyrics with emotional weight
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Little by Little... marked Harvey Danger's return after a lengthy hiatus following their 1997 breakthrough album, Where Have All the Merrymakers Gone?. This album was significant as it showcased the band's shift towards a more mature sound while still maintaining their signature wit and social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Weezer· The Smashing Pumpkins· Jimmy Eat World
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Wine, Women, and Song 3:16
- 2 Cream and Bastards Rise 3:18
- 3 Moral Centralia 4:28
- 4 Little Round Mirrors 5:15
- 5 Happiness Writes White 3:09
- 6 Incommunicado 2:16
- 7 Cool James 3:26
- 8 What You Live By 3:05
- 9 War Buddies 4:25
- 10 Diminishing Returns 5:13
Disc 2
- 1 I Missed It 4:29
- 2 Picture, Picture 3:32
- 3 writing snippet: Cream and Bastards Rise 0:57
- 4 Elvis, I Don’t Love You Anymore 3:02
- 5 Cold Snap 4:29
- 6 writing snippet: Little Round Mirrors 1:47
- 7 Moral Centralia (demo) 5:25
- 8 Cream and Bastards Reprise 4:25
- 9 hidden track: The Piano Lesson 0:32
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