Perfection is a Lie
The Hardkiss · 2017
43 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A vibrant mix of alternative rock and electronic pop, layered with introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rain — This track encapsulates the album's blend of emotional depth and catchy melodies, featuring a haunting chorus that lingers long after the song ends.
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Perfection — The title track serves as a thematic centerpiece, exploring the idea of societal pressures and personal acceptance within an infectious beat.
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Doctor Thomases — With its unique rhythmic structure and introspective lyrics, this song highlights the band's experimental approach while maintaining accessibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends electronic pop and rock with thoughtful lyrics, though its pacing and flow vary throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a synth-driven track that sets a vibrant tone, followed by a gradual introduction of guitar elements in the second track.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the electronic instrumentation.
- 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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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 rhythmic flow
- introspective themes for reflection
- engaging in-order listening experience
- vibrant soundscapes for immersion
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Perfection is a Lie' was released in April 2017, The Hardkiss had already established themselves as a prominent band in Ukraine's music scene. This album followed their successful debut 'You & I' and marked their artistic evolution, showcasing a more mature sound and deeper lyrical themes compared to their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine· Bat for Lashes
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Perfection
The narrative shifts from discussing external expectations to addressing personal realizations about self-worth.
This shift not only emphasizes the central theme of the album but also showcases a vulnerability not present in earlier works.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Organ 3:18
- 2 Tony, Talk! 3:35
- 3 Doctor Thomases 4:07
- 4 Rain 3:27
- 5 Helpless 3:36
- 6 Антарктида 3:58
- 7 А2 0:38
- 8 Perfection 3:55
- 9 Closer 3:59
- 10 PiBiP 4:15
- 11 Hammer 4:07
- 12 Altair 4:07
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