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Myth Takes

!!! · 2007

48 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

Frenetic dance-punk energy collides with quirky melodies, creating an infectious soundscape that invites movement and introspection alike.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Myth Takes Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its driving beat and playful lyrics, encapsulating the album's blend of urgency and whimsy.
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    All My Heroes Are Weirdos — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and offbeat lyrical content, reflecting the band's unique perspective on societal norms and individuality.
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    Heart of Hearts — With its anthemic quality and layered instrumentation, this song showcases the band's ability to merge catchy hooks with deeper emotional resonance.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic rhythms with quirky melodies, creating a distinctive sound that invites movement.

What we noticed

  • The first track features a driving bassline that sets a danceable rhythm, while the vocals are layered with effects to create a textured sound.
  • Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Yadnus', which transitions from a frenetic pace to a more subdued section before building back up.
  • The album closes with 'Infinifold', which gradually fades out, leaving an impression of unresolved energy rather than a definitive conclusion.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • dynamic flow with energetic peaks
  • infectious rhythms for dance parties
  • vivid bursts of creative expression
  • engaging tracks for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek quiet, introspective moments

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Dance/Electronic chart, indicating wider recognition.
Themes
dance-punk rebellion· quirky social commentary· urban nightlife energy
Career context
By the time 'Myth Takes' was released in 2007, !!! was navigating their third studio album, following the well-received 'Louden Up Now.' The band had established themselves as key players in the dance-punk scene, blending elements of indie rock with rhythmic grooves that set them apart from their peers.
Stylistic neighbors
LCD Soundsystem· The Rapture· Hot Chip

Tracklist

  • 1 Myth Takes Start here 2:23
  • 2 All My Heroes Are Weirdos 3:04
  • 3 Must Be the Moon 5:56
  • 4 A New Name 4:54
  • 5 Heart of Hearts 6:02
  • 6 Sweet Life 3:46
  • 7 Yadnus 5:13
  • 8 Bend Over Beethoven 8:06
  • 9 Break in Case of Anything 3:39
  • 10 Infinifold 5:11

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