New Long Leg
Dry Cleaning · 2021
49 min · 12 tracks · post-punk
Dry Cleaning's debut album melds sardonic spoken-word vocals with angular guitar riffs and tight, rhythmic basslines.
Top tracks — play these first
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Scratchcard Lanyard — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and biting observations about everyday life, establishing the band's signature sound.
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Unsmart Lady — This track showcases the band's clever wordplay and character-driven lyrics, encapsulating the dry humor that permeates the album.
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Her Hippo — With its layered instrumentation and vivid storytelling, this song highlights Dry Cleaning's ability to weave engaging narratives into their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of spoken-word and post-punk elements creates a unique sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of spoken-word vocals layered over angular guitar riffs, creating a distinctive sound.
- Tracks often employ abrupt transitions, with several songs clocking in under three minutes, contributing to a brisk pacing.
- The basslines are tight and rhythmic, providing a driving force that complements the jagged guitar work throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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
- sharp wit and humor
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- contemplative and introspective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 2, 2021, 'New Long Leg' marks Dry Cleaning's debut full-length album after their successful EPs in 2019. The band emerged from the UK post-punk scene, gaining attention for their unique blend of deadpan lyricism and driving instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Idles· Fontaines D.C.· Shame
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Scratchcard Lanyard 4:07
- 2 Unsmart Lady 3:02
- 3 Strong Feelings 4:05
- 4 Leafy 3:09
- 5 Her Hippo 4:38
- 6 New Long Leg 4:13
- 7 John Wick 3:26
- 8 More Big Birds 4:08
- 9 A.L.C. 3:10
- 10 Every Day Carry 7:39
Disc 2
- 1 Tony Speaks! 5:16
- 2 Hm 3:04
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