Top tracks — play these first
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La fine del mondo Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious rhythm and biting lyrics that address societal collapse, making it an impactful start.
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Sesso a pagamento — This song combines catchy melodies with provocative lyrics critiquing moral hypocrisy, showcasing the band's ability to balance fun and serious themes.
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Ali di pietra — Exploring themes of personal struggle and resilience, this track features a memorable chorus that highlights the band’s knack for anthemic songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic ska beats and sharp social commentary define this vibrant album, though it lacks some cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first five songs before a slight dip in tempo.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of ska punk.
- The lyrics often employ humor and social commentary, with shifts in dynamics that emphasize key phrases or ideas.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
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
- steady mid-tempo grooves
- socially aware lyrical commentary
- for group sing-alongs
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tunes
- avoid energetic and upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Resonated well with fans for its energetic sound and social commentary.
- Career context
- Punkreas released 'Noblesse Oblige' in 2012 as their sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Il Lato Oscuro' from 2009. By this time, they had firmly established themselves in the Italian ska punk scene, blending humor with political critique, and were exploring deeper themes in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Interrupters· Less Than Jake· Reel Big Fish
Tracklist
- 1 La fine del mondo Start here 3:10
- 2 Polenta e kebab 2:56
- 3 Mozzarella blu 3:39
- 4 Il segreto di Pulcinella 3:25
- 5 Ali di pietra 4:04
- 6 Giuda 2:38
- 7 L'aperitivo 3:15
- 8 Sesso a pagamento 3:33
- 9 La soluzione 3:30
- 10 Plastico 3:35
- 11 Astronauta 3:44
- 12 Saremo in tanti 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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