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Live in a Dive

Bracket · 2002

50 min · 17 tracks · punk rock

Energetic punk rock anthems collide with playful lyrics and infectious melodies, capturing the essence of live performance.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Trailer Park — Opening with a catchy riff and witty lyrics, this track sets the tone for the album's fun yet irreverent spirit.
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    Warren’s Song, Pt. 2 — This song exemplifies Bracket's knack for blending humor with relatable themes, showcasing their signature lyrical style.
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    Happy to Be Sad — With its upbeat tempo contrasting poignant lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to balance lightheartedness with deeper emotions.
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    Hermit — The melodic hooks and reflective lyrics make this track stand out as a fan favorite that encapsulates Bracket's charm.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album captures the energetic essence of Bracket's live performances, balancing solid songwriting with engaging execution.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining an upbeat energy typical of punk rock.
  • Several songs include call-and-response sections that engage the audience, enhancing the live performance feel.
  • Transitions between tracks are often seamless, creating a continuous flow that mimics the experience of a live concert.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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 Trailer Park 3:14
  • 2 Green Apples 2:10
  • 3 Hearing Aid 3:18
  • 4 Warren’s Song, Pt. 8 1:44
  • 5 Huge Balloon 2:32
  • 6 Talk Show 3:45
  • 7 Warren’s Song, Pt. 2 2:46
  • 8 Hermit 4:36
  • 9 Happy to Be Sad 2:00
  • 10 Circus Act 4:29
  • 11 Back to Allentown 3:12
  • 12 J. Weed 3:10
  • 13 Sour 2:31
  • 14 Lazy 3:33
  • 15 Parade 2:15
  • 16 2RAK005 2:35
  • 17 Rod’s Post 2:52

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