Romance at Short Notice
Dirty Pretty Things · 2008
45 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A gritty mix of alternative rock and indie sounds, blending sharp lyrics with raw energy and melodic hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Come Closer — This track stands out for its infectious rhythm and anthemic chorus, encapsulating the band's blend of urgency and melodic sensibility.
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Tired of England — A poignant reflection on disillusionment with modern life, this song features standout lyrical imagery that resonates with listeners seeking depth.
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Buzzards & Crows — Opening the album, this track captures the raw energy and thematic concerns present throughout the record, setting a compelling tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and performance but lacks standout moments that elevate it above its peers.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature prominent guitar riffs that drive the melodies, with lyrics often delivered in a conversational tone.
- The album closes with a track that features a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of unresolved tension.
- 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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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Buzzards & Crows 3:22
- 2 Hippy's Son 3:18
- 3 Plastik Hearts 3:09
- 4 Tired of England 3:02
- 5 Come Closer 2:15
- 6 Fault Lines 3:00
- 7 Kicks or Consumption 3:32
- 8 Best Face 3:42
- 9 Truth Begins 5:22
- 10 Chinese Dogs 3:31
- 11 The North 3:29
- 12 Blood on My Shoes 8:11
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