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.
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
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Héroes del Silencio· Platero y Tú· Barón Rojo
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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