MMXIV
Veruca Salt · 2014
59 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
A swirling blend of dark melodies and textured guitar riffs that evoke a haunting, atmospheric soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Je Suis Roi — Opening the album with an expansive 9-minute track, this song sets a tone of introspection and grandeur that permeates throughout MMXIV.
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Invisible Death — This track delves into themes of existential dread while showcasing intricate harmonies, representing the band's lyrical depth and musical complexity.
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SuperHero — With its infectious melody and empowering lyrics, this song stands out as an anthem for resilience, capturing the essence of personal strength amidst challenges.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends atmospheric rock with dynamic shifts, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered guitar textures that create a dense atmosphere, while the fourth track introduces a more straightforward rock structure.
- Several tracks incorporate shifts in dynamics, with quieter verses leading into explosive choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
- The album closes with a title track that revisits themes from earlier songs, providing a sense of resolution.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- gradual build to emotional climax
- reflective moments of introspection
- satisfying progression through tracks
- engaging lyrical depth throughout
- dynamic shifts in energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- MMXIV marked Veruca Salt's return after a lengthy hiatus, following their previous album, IV, released in 1997. This release showcased the band's evolution while retaining their signature alternative rock sound, reuniting core members Nina Gordon and Louise Post to explore new themes in both music and lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Breeders· L7· Hole
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Le Dernier Souffle de Vent
The moment shifts from abstract imagery to a direct confrontation with mortality, encapsulating a deeply personal struggle.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability by moving from poetic language to stark reality, inviting listeners to engage more intimately with the emotional themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Je Suis Roi 9:33
- 2 Invisible Death 5:41
- 3 Le Dernier Souffle de Vent 7:22
- 4 Mad Science 8:00
- 5 Lifelines 5:07
- 6 L'un Contre L'autre 6:18
- 7 SuperHero 6:09
- 8 MMXIV 11:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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