What makes Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them by Yashin notable?

This album gained attention within the post-hardcore community for its energetic sound and lyrical depth, charting on the UK Albums Chart. It helped Yashin carve out a niche for themselves, leading to subsequent tours and collaborations that further cemented their presence in the genre. Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them is Yashin's debut album, marking their entry into the post-hardcore scene. Released in January 2010, it set the stage for their evolving sound and established a foothold in the UK music landscape. The album came after the band formed in 2006, showcasing their growth from local performances to a more polished studio recording.

How many songs are on Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them?

Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them

Yashin · 2010

37 min · 11 tracks · post-hardcore

Energetic post-hardcore anthems collide with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the spirit of youthful rebellion.

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Get Loose! — The opening track sets a high-energy tone with infectious rhythms and engaging choruses that invite listeners to join in. Its call-to-action vibe embodies the album's overall spirit of freedom and rebellion.
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Stand Up — This anthem captures themes of perseverance and resilience, resonating with listeners through its powerful chorus and motivational lyrics. It serves as a rallying cry that exemplifies the band's ethos.
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Remember Me — A poignant reflection on personal connections, this track juxtaposes heavy instrumentals with vulnerable lyrics, showcasing Yashin's ability to balance intensity with emotional depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

Energetic post-hardcore anthems are balanced by introspective moments, creating a solid debut but not yet.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief instrumental intro that sets a moody tone before launching into high-energy tracks.
Several songs feature alternating vocal styles, with clean singing juxtaposed against harsh screams, enhancing the emotional intensity.
The track 'Hope' introduces a slower tempo and more melodic instrumentation, providing a contrast to the preceding anthems.
The final track ends with a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of closure after the energetic journey.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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 Intro (Awake While I'm Asleep) 1:42
2 Get Loose! 3:04
3 Friends in High Places 3:21
4 Stand Up 4:08
5 Remember Me 3:05
6 Black Summer 3:55
7 Hope 3:20
8 36 Hours 3:51
9 Let It Go 2:56
10 Down, but Homeward Bound 4:14
11 Everytime 4:06

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