Released 20 years ago
Revenge of Some Kid
Illinois · 2006
22 min · 6 tracks
Eclectic indie rock melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vivid tapestry of youthful angst and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nosebleed — Kicking off the album, this track showcases the band's energetic style with catchy hooks and raw vocal delivery, setting the tone for the entire project.
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If You Love Something — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of love's complexities, featuring layered melodies that enhance its emotional depth.
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Oh Asia — With its playful lyrics and infectious rhythm, this song encapsulates the band's whimsical approach while addressing themes of longing and personal discovery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases varied arrangements and youthful themes but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a burst of energetic guitar riffs, immediately setting a lively tone that persists through the first half of the EP.
- Each song features a distinct arrangement, often incorporating unconventional instruments like horns and strings, which adds to the eclectic feel.
- Lyrically, the tracks explore themes of youth and nostalgia, with verses that often shift perspectives or narratives within a single song.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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If You Love Something
The bridge shifts perspective, momentarily offering a more hopeful outlook amidst earlier uncertainty about relationships.
This change in tone introduces a sense of resolution that contrasts with the previously expressed doubts, highlighting the complexity of emotions involved.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nosebleed 3:12
- 2 Screendoor 2:14
- 3 Old Saloon 3:32
- 4 Oh Asia 3:00
- 5 Idiot Statue 5:17
- 6 If You Love Something 4:46
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