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Rogue Taxidermy

Days N' Daze · 2013

46 min · 16 tracks · folk punk

A frenzied blend of folk punk energy and darkly humorous lyrics reflecting a chaotic worldview.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fuck It! — This track encapsulates the album's rebellious spirit, combining aggressive instrumentation with a defiant attitude that resonates with listeners disenchanted by societal norms.
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    Misanthropic Drunken Loner — Through its vivid storytelling and raw emotion, this song captures the essence of isolation and self-reflection, making it a standout representation of the band's lyrical depth.
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    Goodbye Lulu — This poignant track combines a nostalgic melody with heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of loss and remembrance, showcasing the band's emotional range.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic folk punk with sharp lyrics, creating a distinct sound that resonates within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
  • Many songs feature rapid shifts in tempo and dynamics, often transitioning from aggressive instrumentation to quieter, reflective moments.
  • Lyrically, the tracks blend dark humor with social commentary, often using vivid imagery and storytelling techniques that engage listeners.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Rockabilly Impending Deathfuture 2:35
  • 2 Fuck It! 3:06
  • 3 Muddy Knees 2:54
  • 4 Call in the Coroner 3:28
  • 5 Misanthropic Drunken Loner 3:32
  • 6 Blue Jays 2:47
  • 7 Remnants of What People Used to Be 2:55
  • 8 Day Gaunts 3:23
  • 9 Fate of a Coward 2:55
  • 10 Dazed From the Dazzle of Decadence and Constantly Reminded of Death 2:25
  • 11 1984 2:11
  • 12 DBS Out 2:07
  • 13 Tarnished Ol' Photograph 2:28
  • 14 Goodbye Lulu 2:30
  • 15 Perfectly Dysfunctional 3:27
  • 16 Post Party Depression 3:53

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