Top tracks — play these first
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Bad Parts — Opening the album with raw energy, this track sets the tone for the exploration of personal struggles and imperfections that define the record.
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Happy and Poor — This track captures a juxtaposition of carefree melodies against lyrics that reflect deeper societal issues, showcasing the band's knack for combining levity with substance.
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You Look Like Springtime — With its catchy chorus and bright instrumentation, this song embodies the hopeful yet fleeting nature of youth, making it a standout anthem for listeners navigating change.
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A List of Things I Can't Handle — This track’s candid exploration of vulnerability resonates deeply as it articulates feelings of inadequacy through relatable storytelling and infectious melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic pop-punk with introspective lyrics, creating a solid but not entry in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and driving guitar riffs, while the second half introduces more reflective tracks that slow down the pace.
- Several tracks feature dual vocals, allowing for a dynamic interplay between male and female singers, which adds depth to the lyrical themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- quick bursts of youthful energy
- reflective moments between tracks
- for casual hangouts
- short tracks for instant gratification
- light-hearted anthems for nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek deep emotional narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'Ordinary Silence' is Mixtapes' first full-length album following their well-received EPs. At this point, they were establishing themselves in the pop-punk scene after gaining traction with their energetic live shows and early singles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Wonder Years· Man Overboard· State Champs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad Parts 3:12
- 2 Ross (Dirty Water) 2:41
- 3 Elevator Days 2:52
- 4 C.C.S. 3:03
- 5 Like Glass 2:24
- 6 Gravel (interlude) 0:47
- 7 Happy and Poor 3:06
- 8 I Think I Broke It 2:15
- 9 You Look Like Springtime 3:38
- 10 Cheapness 1:58
- 11 Everything's Eventual 2:01
- 12 A List of Things I Can't Handle 2:52
- 13 Swirling 3:02
- 14 Be the Speak That You Change About 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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