Part 2
Brix & The Extricated · 2017
38 min · 11 tracks · post-punk
A vibrant blend of post-punk energy and melodic hooks that captures a nostalgic yet fresh sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pneumatic Violet — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious rhythm and lyrical introspection, showcasing the band's ability to merge classic post-punk aesthetics with modern sensibilities.
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Feeling Numb — This track stands out with its driving beat and catchy chorus, effectively capturing the essence of emotional detachment and longing.
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Hollywood — Closing the album, this track encapsulates themes of fame and disillusionment, featuring poignant lyrics woven into a captivating melody that lingers long after listening.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting with engaging melodies but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar lines that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Feeling Numb' and 'Moonrise Kingdom'.
- The lyrics often reflect themes of nostalgia and introspection, with a conversational delivery that enhances their relatability.
- 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
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pneumatic Violet 3:57
- 2 Feeling Numb 2:52
- 3 Something to Lose 4:34
- 4 Hotel Bloedel 3:44
- 5 Damned for Eternity 2:15
- 6 Moonrise Kingdom 3:45
- 7 Tefl♥n 2:47
- 8 Valentino 3:50
- 9 L.A. 4:28
- 10 Time Tunnel 0:30
- 11 Hollywood 5:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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