Payola
Desaparecidos · 2015
40 min · 14 tracks · indie rock
A visceral blend of punk-infused emo and sharp political commentary set against a backdrop of urgent instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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MariKKKopa — This track directly confronts the racial profiling and brutality faced by marginalized communities, using biting satire that exemplifies the band's critical approach to societal issues.
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Radicalized — By exploring themes of disillusionment with mainstream political movements, this song captures the urgency of grassroots activism while maintaining an infectious energy.
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City on the Hill — This track juxtaposes hopeful imagery with stark realities, illustrating the dissonance between American ideals and lived experiences, resonating deeply with listeners seeking truth in politics.
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Von Maur Massacre — A haunting reflection on gun violence in America, this song poignantly critiques the numbness towards tragedy, making it a powerful commentary on contemporary society.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines urgent instrumentation with sharp political commentary, making it both engaging and relevant.
What we noticed
- Each song features prominent guitar riffs and driving percussion, creating a sense of urgency throughout the record.
- Lyrically, the tracks often employ direct and confrontational language, addressing political issues in a way that feels immediate and relevant.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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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 The Left Is Right 2:25
- 2 The Underground Man 2:24
- 3 City on the Hill 3:09
- 4 Golden Parachutes 2:03
- 5 Radicalized 2:49
- 6 MariKKKopa 2:46
- 7 Te Amo Camila Vallejo 3:38
- 8 Ralphy’s Cut 3:22
- 9 Backsell 3:13
- 10 Slacktivist 2:54
- 11 Search the Searches 2:31
- 12 10 Steps Behind 2:58
- 13 Von Maur Massacre 2:26
- 14 Anonymous 3:44
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