Miranda
Tappi Tíkarrass · 1983
37 min · 13 tracks · punk rock
A raw and energetic blend of punk rock melodies interwoven with Icelandic cultural elements, reflecting youthful rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Miranda — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its fierce energy and experimental sound, encapsulating the band's unique approach to punk.
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Íþróttir — This track showcases a playful yet rebellious spirit, combining catchy hooks with sharp lyrics that critique societal norms.
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Get Ekki Sofið — With its infectious rhythm and anthemic chorus, this song highlights the band's ability to fuse punk rock with traditional Icelandic influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines punk energy with Icelandic cultural elements, creating a distinctive sound for its time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, setting a high-energy tone.
- The vocal delivery is raw and often shouted, emphasizing the rebellious spirit of the lyrics throughout the record.
- Tracks vary in length, with some under two minutes, contributing to a brisk overall pace.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Íþróttir
The verses deliver a satirical take on sports culture while layering unexpected harmonies that shift from dissonance to melody.
This juxtaposition reinforces a critique of conformity while showcasing the band's dynamic range in musical expression.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Miranda 1:03
- 2 Skrið 2:02
- 3 Kríó 3:22
- 4 Íþróttir 3:16
- 5 Tjet 3:18
- 6 Lækning 4:09
- 7 Drek-Lek 1:49
- 8 Beri-Beri 2:42
- 9 Hvítibjörn 2:28
- 10 Sokkar 3:19
- 11 Með-Tek 4:31
- 12 Get Ekki Sofið 3:50
- 13 Mýrin Andar 2:01
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