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Love Frequency

Klaxons · 2014

46 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant fusion of dance-punk and electronic rock with euphoric melodies and anthemic hooks that invite communal celebration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    There Is No Other Time — This track stands out as a rallying anthem that combines infectious grooves with a message of living in the moment, encapsulating the album's optimistic spirit.
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    Children of the Sun — Blending catchy choruses with a nostalgic feel, this song reflects on themes of youth and freedom, resonating strongly with fans of their earlier work.
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    Show Me a Miracle — With its driving beat and uplifting lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of electronic elements and punk energy, making it a highlight of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic dance-punk with electronic elements, creating an engaging but uneven listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a high-energy tempo with driving beats, while the second half introduces more atmospheric and introspective tracks.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a sense of euphoria, particularly in the choruses.
  • The use of synthesizers is prominent throughout, providing a danceable texture that complements the punk elements.
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
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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 mid-tempo reflective groove
  • danceable beats for social moments
  • uplifting melodies for positivity
  • kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2014, Love Frequency is Klaxons' third studio album, following their 2010 effort Surfing the Void. At this point in their career, the band was grappling with lineup changes and a shift in musical direction, moving towards a more polished sound while trying to reconnect with their original audience who embraced their energetic new rave aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
The Rapture· LCD Soundsystem· Justice

Tracklist

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

  • 1 New Reality 4:27
  • 2 There Is No Other Time 3:35
  • 3 Show Me a Miracle 3:25
  • 4 Out of the Dark 4:50
  • 5 Children of the Sun 3:56
  • 6 Invisible Forces 3:42
  • 7 Rhythm of Life 5:28
  • 8 Liquid Light 3:06
  • 9 The Dreamers 4:29
  • 10 Atom to Atom 4:32
  • 11 Love Frequency 4:36

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