Released 15 years ago this October
Mayday Parade
Mayday Parade · 2011
45 min · 12 tracks · pop rock
An energetic blend of pop-punk anthems and heartfelt ballads that resonate with youthful angst and romantic dilemmas.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh Well, Oh Well — This opening track sets a vibrant tone with its infectious energy and relatable lyrics about lost relationships, encapsulating the band's signature sound.
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Stay — A poignant ballad that showcases the band's ability to balance emotive storytelling with melodic instrumentation, resonating strongly with fans of heartfelt pop-punk.
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Call Me Hopeless, Not Romantic — This track exemplifies the band's knack for clever wordplay and catchy choruses, making it a standout anthem for listeners grappling with romantic disillusionment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic anthems with heartfelt ballads, showcasing solid songwriting and production typical of its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down with ballads.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, creating a rich sound that emphasizes emotional themes.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album's narrative arc.
- 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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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- introspective and reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 4, 2011, 'Mayday Parade' is the band's self-titled fourth studio album, following their successful breakout with 'Anywhere But Here' in 2009. At this point, they were solidifying their presence in the pop-punk scene while navigating lineup changes, including the departure of guitarist Jason Lancaster, which influenced their sound and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Maine· We the Kings· All Time Low
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Well, Oh Well 4:49
- 2 No Heroes Allowed 3:35
- 3 When You See My Friends 3:35
- 4 You’re Dead Wrong 3:59
- 5 Priceless 3:19
- 6 Stay 3:35
- 7 Call Me Hopeless, Not Romantic 3:29
- 8 A Shot Across the Bow 3:45
- 9 Everything’s an Illusion 3:28
- 10 I’d Rather Make Mistakes Than Nothing at All 3:46
- 11 Without the Bitter the Sweet Isn’t as Sweet 3:32
- 12 Happy Endings Are Stories That Haven’t Ended Yet 4:38
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