Local H's Awesome Mix Tape 2
Local H · 2014
35 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A gritty collection of covers blending punk energy with grunge nostalgia, showcasing Local H's signature raw sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Heroes — This cover of David Bowie's classic opens the album with a powerful rendition that emphasizes both nostalgia and Local H's grunge-inflected style.
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Only the Strong Survive — A cover that showcases the band's heavy guitar work and punk attitude, transforming the original into an anthem of resilience and defiance.
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Isn't It a Pity — Local H’s version adds emotional depth to George Harrison's song, merging heartfelt lyrics with a raw musical backdrop that highlights their artistic interpretation.
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Sweet Home Alabama (Short Version) — This brief cover offers a humorous take on Lynyrd Skynyrd's classic, encapsulating Local H's playful spirit and willingness to subvert expectations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Local H's covers blend punk and grunge, showcasing their reinterpretation skills but lacking strong cohesion as an album.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'Heroes' and 'Sweet Home Alabama' maintain their recognizable melodies while being infused with Local H's raw sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady pacing with nostalgic energy
- gritty anthems for sing-alongs
- short bursts of raw emotion
- engaging covers for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective albums
- dislike energetic cover performances
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — An eclectic covers EP showcasing the band's influences, not a primary entry or breakthrough.
- Themes
- grunge nostalgia· punk resilience
- Career context
- By the time Local H released 'Awesome Mix Tape 2' in 2014, they were re-establishing themselves after a series of lineup changes and a hiatus. This album followed their 2012 record 'Hallelujah! I'm a Bum', marking a return to their roots with energetic covers of influential tracks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bush· Stone Temple Pilots· Foo Fighters
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Isn't It a Pity
The song shifts from contemplative reflections on lost connections to an urgent plea for understanding amid despair.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heroes 5:06
- 2 Team 3:05
- 3 Some Weird Sin 3:46
- 4 Only the Strong Survive 4:12
- 5 God City 3:14
- 6 Da Funk 4:45
- 7 Evelyn Mason 3:06
- 8 Isn't It a Pity 7:43
- 9 Sweet Home Alabama (Short Version) 0:30
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
MTV Unplugged in New York
Nirvana
Captures raw, emotional performances blending punk ethos with grunge sensibilities.
The Colour and the Shape
Foo Fighters
Shares a similar mix of energetic rock with heartfelt lyrics and grunge-infused melodies.
Sixteen Stone
Bush
Combines grunge aesthetics with catchy hooks and a gritty sound that resonates with punk energy.
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