Psychic Dance Routine
Scowl · 2023
10 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy and pop-punk melodies, driving listeners into a chaotic yet catchy sonic whirlwind.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shot Down — Opening with a relentless tempo, this track encapsulates Scowl's aggressive style and sets the tone for the entire album’s chaotic feel.
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Psychic Dance Routine — The title track showcases a perfect balance between catchy hooks and frantic instrumentals, highlighting the band's ability to fuse genres seamlessly.
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Wired — This track features explosive energy and clever lyrics that critique modern distractions, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic compositions with engaging melodies, though it may not deeply reward repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a rapid-fire drumbeat that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the subsequent tracks.
- The EP closes with 'Sold Out', which slows down the tempo slightly while maintaining the raw energy, creating a sense of resolution.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- short, energetic bursts
- immediate hooks and energy
- focused listening sessions
- quick, punchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2023, Scowl released Psychic Dance Routine as their debut studio album, following a series of well-received EPs. This album marks a significant step in their career, as they transitioned from the underground scene into broader recognition within the alternative rock and punk communities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fiddlehead· Gulch· Drain
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shot Down 1:49
- 2 Psychic Dance Routine 2:49
- 3 Wired 2:04
- 4 Opening Night 2:07
- 5 Sold Out 1:32
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