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Material defectuoso

Extremoduro · 2011

43 min · 6 tracks · hard rock

A gritty blend of hard rock and poetic lyricism, embodying raw emotion through powerful instrumentation and passionate vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Desarraigo — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its heavy riffs and introspective lyrics that explore themes of disconnection and longing.
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    Otra inútil canción para la paz — The track stands out for its sharp critique of societal issues, blending catchy melodies with poignant lyrics that spark conversation.
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    Tango suicida — This song showcases Extremoduro's unique ability to fuse rock with deeper emotional narratives, balancing intense instrumentation with haunting themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines powerful instrumentation with poetic lyrics, showcasing Extremoduro's established sound and emotional depth.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a heavy guitar riff in 'Desarraigo' that sets a gritty tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
  • Each track features dynamic shifts in intensity, with several songs building to climactic moments before dropping back to more subdued sections.
  • Lyrical themes are deeply interwoven with the instrumentation, often reflecting personal struggles and societal issues, particularly evident in 'Otra inútil canción para la paz'.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 journey
  • raw emotional delivery throughout
  • cathartic moments of introspection
  • consistent pacing for deep listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • dislike lengthy, patient songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Extremoduro released Material defectuoso in 2011, they were already a well-established band in the Spanish rock scene, known for their provocative lyrics and energetic performances. This album came after their previous release, La ley innata (2008), and marked a continued evolution in their sound while maintaining their distinctive lyrical style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Desarraigo 7:37
  • 2 Mi espíritu imperecedero 5:42
  • 3 Otra inútil canción para la paz 6:11
  • 4 Si te vas... 8:36
  • 5 Tango suicida 8:07
  • 6 Calle esperanza s/n 7:06

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