National Breakout
The Romantics · 1980
35 min · 11 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and punchy rhythms encapsulating the energetic spirit of early new wave.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tomboy — This opening track sets an upbeat tone with its catchy chorus and playful lyrics, exemplifying the band's signature sound.
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National Breakout — The title track showcases a driving beat and an anthemic feel that encapsulates the album's energy and lyrical themes of youthful rebellion.
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I Can't Tell You Anything — With a more introspective tone, this track contrasts with the upbeat nature of others, highlighting the band's versatility in songwriting.
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Forever Yours — This romantic ballad features lush harmonies and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing a softer side of The Romantics while still maintaining their catchy style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases catchy hooks and vibrant rhythms typical of early new wave, but lacks standout depth.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent tempo and energy, while the sixth track introduces a more anthemic chorus that elevates the overall intensity.
- Several songs feature prominent guitar riffs that drive the melodies, particularly in 'National Breakout' and '21 and Over'.
- The album's lyrics often reflect youthful themes and experiences, with a straightforward narrative style that complements the upbeat instrumentation.
- 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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6/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tomboy 2:32
- 2 Forever Yours 2:57
- 3 Stone Pony 2:38
- 4 New Cover Story 3:05
- 5 A Night Like This 5:09
- 6 National Breakout 2:36
- 7 21 and Over 4:07
- 8 I Can't Tell You Anything 3:25
- 9 Take Me Out of the Rain 2:31
- 10 Friday at the Hideout 3:02
- 11 Poor Little Rich Girl 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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