Is R.E.V.O. a good place to start with Walk off the Earth?

Yes, R.E.V.O. is recommended as a starting point for new Walk off the Earth listeners. A vibrant fusion of indie rock, reggae, and ska, wrapped in catchy melodies and infectious rhythms. R.E.V.O. was Walk off the Earth's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2010. At this point in their career, the band was gaining traction after their viral cover of Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used to Know,' which helped them build a larger audience ahead of this release.

R.E.V.O. works well if you're into infectious energy for gatherings, steady flow for road trips and feel-good vibes on sunny days.

How many songs are on R.E.V.O.?

R.E.V.O. has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Released 14 years ago this October

R.E.V.O.

Walk off the Earth · 2012

36 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant fusion of indie rock, reggae, and ska, wrapped in catchy melodies and infectious rhythms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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REVO Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Red Hands — This track is a standout for its intricate harmonies and storytelling, capturing the band's ability to blend emotional depth with upbeat instrumentation.
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Somebody That I Used to Know — Their rendition of this hit song brought widespread attention to the band, demonstrating their vocal prowess and creative arrangement style.
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Gang of Rhythm — This song exemplifies the band's energetic blend of reggae and ska influences, showcasing their signature rhythmic style and collaborative spirit.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends genres effectively but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, followed by the hit single 'Red Hands' which maintains the upbeat tempo.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response structures, particularly in 'Gang of Rhythm' and 'Shake'.
The last three tracks slow down the pace, with 'Money Tree' and 'No Ulterior Motives' offering more introspective themes.

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

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

infectious energy for gatherings
steady flow for road trips
feel-good vibes on sunny days
sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you

seeking heavy introspection
prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified their reputation with the hit 'Red Hands' after initial traction.
Themes: vibrant community spirit· reggae-infused storytelling· catchy summer anthems
Career context: R.E.V.O. was Walk off the Earth's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2010. At this point in their career, the band was gaining traction after their viral cover of Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used to Know,' which helped them build a larger audience ahead of this release.
Stylistic neighbors: Guster· Rebelution· The Lumineers