Modern Times Revive
Herman Brood · 1981
36 min · 11 tracks · rock and roll
Raw rock and roll energy collides with a punk spirit, infused with gritty lyrics and an irreverent attitude.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bad Blood — As the standout track, it showcases Brood's signature mix of catchy melodies and rebellious lyrics, encapsulating the album's energetic spirit.
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Little Girls — This track combines playful lyrics with a driving rhythm, illustrating Brood’s knack for balancing humor and raw emotion within his music.
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(No More) Dancin’ in the Street — With its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, this song highlights Brood's ability to craft anthemic tunes that resonate with audiences while reflecting social themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic rock with punk influences, though it may not deeply resonate over time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with the hit single 'Bad Blood', which sets a high-energy tone that persists through the first half.
- Tracks feature a consistent use of distorted guitars and driving rhythms, typical of punk-influenced rock.
- Several songs incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Checkin’ Out' which shifts from a fast pace to a slower groove mid-track.
- The lyrics often reflect a rebellious attitude, with gritty themes that align with the raw sound of the music.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- short bursts of raw energy
- playful irreverence in lyrics
- for spontaneous gatherings
- energizing tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive pieces
- dislike provocative lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, Modern Times Revive is Herman Brood’s second studio album, following his debut, Street, from 1978. At this point in his career, Brood was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the Dutch rock scene, known for his wild persona and innovative blend of rock and pop influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iggy Pop· The Stooges· Johnny Thunders
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad Blood 4:06
- 2 Too Much Grace 3:09
- 3 Little Girls 2:53
- 4 White 3:38
- 5 Jivin’ (Myself) 3:13
- 6 (No More) Dancin’ in the Street 2:50
- 7 Checkin’ Out 2:59
- 8 Proud 3:11
- 9 Zockebeye Time 2:48
- 10 Buried Alive 3:18
- 11 Lies 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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