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Rush!

Måneskin · 2023

68 min · 22 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant collision of glam rock energy and pop sensibilities, infused with catchy hooks and bold instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Honey (Are U Coming?) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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    Supermodel — This track captures the band's signature blend of flamboyant rock and catchy pop, delivering an infectious chorus that highlights their commercial appeal.
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    The Loneliest — A poignant ballad showcasing Damiano David’s vocal range, it contrasts the album's more upbeat moments and adds emotional depth.
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    Gossip — This song features a playful yet edgy narrative paired with an irresistible groove, encapsulating the album's fusion of attitude and melodic flair.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album features energetic compositions with strong instrumentation but lacks tight cohesion due to its length.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track and maintains an upbeat tempo for the first half, before introducing slower songs in the latter part.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, creating a dynamic interaction between the lead singer and backing vocals.
  • The last three tracks shift to more introspective themes, contrasting with the earlier exuberance of the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

  • dynamic journey with varied energy
  • short bursts of infectious melodies
  • for upbeat group settings
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement high
  • sing-along anthems for celebrations

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek slow, contemplative listening

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and commercial appeal after breakthrough success.
Themes
Eurovision triumph· flamboyant self-expression· neon-lit nightlife
Career context
Released on January 20, 2023, Rush! marks Måneskin's third studio album and comes after their breakthrough success with the hit single 'Zitti e buoni.' Following their victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2021, they solidified their international presence with this album, showcasing their ability to blend genres while retaining their distinctive rock edge.
Stylistic neighbors
The Struts· Royal Blood· Greta Van Fleet

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • The Loneliest

    The lyrics shift from a sense of isolation to a hopeful yearning for connection.

    This pivot not only amplifies the emotional stakes but also showcases a lyrical maturity that elevates the band's songwriting.

Tracklist

  • 1 Honey (Are U Coming?) Start here 2:47
  • 2 Valentine 3:36
  • 3 Off My Face 2:31
  • 4 The Driver 3:08
  • 5 Trastevere 3:03
  • 6 Own My Mind 3:12
  • 7 Gossip 2:49
  • 8 Timezone 3:00
  • 9 Bla Bla Bla 3:06
  • 10 Baby Said 2:44
  • 11 Gasoline 3:41
  • 12 Feel 2:48
  • 13 Don’t Wanna Sleep 2:36
  • 14 Kool Kids 2:45
  • 15 If Not for You 3:15
  • 16 Read Your Diary 2:30
  • 17 Mark Chapman 3:40
  • 18 La Fine 3:20
  • 19 Il Dono Della Vita 3:44
  • 20 Mammamia 3:07
  • 21 Supermodel 2:28
  • 22 The Loneliest 4:07

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