What makes Mas Borracho by Infectious Grooves notable?

The album is notable for its infectious blend of funk and punk influences, which helped cement the band's place in the alternative rock scene of the late 90s and early 2000s. 'Mas Borracho' received attention for its lively tracks, contributing to the ongoing popularity of funk-punk and influencing subsequent bands within that genre. 'Mas Borracho' is Infectious Grooves' fourth studio album, released in 2000 after their previous album 'Groove Family Cyco' (1994). At this point, the band was solidifying its unique blend of punk and funk, showcasing a mature sound while maintaining their energetic roots. This release comes during a period where the band's lineup had stabilized, allowing for a more cohesive musical identity.

How many songs are on Mas Borracho?

Mas Borracho has 18 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Mas Borracho

Infectious Grooves · 2000

73 min · 18 tracks · punk rock

A vibrant fusion of punk rock and funk grooves that invites both chaos and celebration in equal measure.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Borracho — This title track encapsulates the spirit of the album with its high-energy tempo and catchy hooks, reflecting the band's signature sound.
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Citizen of the Nation — Opening with a punchy riff and socially conscious lyrics, this track sets a critical tone for the rest of the album, blending humor with serious themes.
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Good Times Are Out to Get You — This track combines an upbeat rhythm with playful lyrics, perfectly illustrating the band's knack for merging fun with punk energy.

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 showcases a solid blend of punk and funk, with energetic compositions and engaging arrangements.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs, while the second half introduces slower, funk-influenced grooves.
Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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 Citizen of the Nation 4:24
2 Just a Lil' Bit 3:38
3 Lock It in the Pocket 3:36
4 Good for Nothing 4:26
5 Borracho 4:06
6 Good Times Are Out to Get You 3:14
7 Wouldn't You Like to Know 2:55
8 Going, Going, Gone 5:28
9 21st Century Surf Odyssey 2:46
10 Please Excuse This Funk Up 4:37
11 Fill You Up 4:50
12 What Goes Up 3:55
13 Leave Me Alone 7:08
14 Su casa es mi casa 4:11
15 The Beard 3:41
16 Choosin' My Own Way of Life 2:43
17 Rollin' in the Rain 4:57
18 Strugglin' 3:01

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Groove Family Cyco

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