Playground Battle
The Feelers · 2003
50 min · 13 tracks · rock music
Anthemic rock melodies collide with introspective lyrics, creating a sound that balances both empowerment and vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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Weapons Of War — This opening track sets a powerful tone with its urgent rhythm and socially conscious lyrics, addressing conflict and resilience in a manner that resonates throughout the album.
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Larger Than Life — The track features soaring vocals and an uplifting chorus that encapsulates themes of ambition and self-empowerment, making it a standout anthem on the record.
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Emotional Allstar — This song blends catchy hooks with introspective lyrics, illustrating the contrast between public persona and private struggles, which is reflective of the band's artistic approach.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances anthemic melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features driving anthemic rock tracks, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Fear
A pivotal moment where existential doubts are confronted directly, showcasing a deep personal struggle against societal pressures.
This shift towards vulnerability marks a departure from the assertive themes of earlier tracks, allowing for emotional depth in an otherwise upbeat album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Weapons Of War 4:13
- 2 Playground Battle 3:21
- 3 Larger Than Life 3:35
- 4 The Fear 4:59
- 5 Fallout Shelter 4:16
- 6 Labyrinth 2:28
- 7 Supernova 3:53
- 8 All Connected 4:32
- 9 Rain 3:34
- 10 Emotional Allstar 3:55
- 11 Military Precision 3:04
- 12 Unleash The Fury 4:39
- 13 Stand Up 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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