Savage Times
Hanni El Khatib · 2017
59 min · 19 tracks · garage rock
A raw blend of garage rock energy with introspective lyrics and lo-fi production that captures a restless spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gonna Die Alone — This track encapsulates the album's existential themes with its catchy riff and candid exploration of solitude and self-doubt.
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Born Brown — Offering a powerful commentary on identity and race, this song stands out for its punchy instrumentation and unapologetic lyrics that challenge societal norms.
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Gun Clap Hero — Utilizing gritty sounds and provocative lyrics, this track critiques violence in society while maintaining an infectious energy that drives the album forward.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends raw garage rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing a mix of consistent pacing and abrupt transitions.
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 abrupt transitions, such as 'Gun Clap Hero' leading directly into 'Black Constellation', creating a jarring effect.
- The lyrics often reflect personal and political themes, with a focus on introspection that contrasts with the raw energy of the instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty energy for late nights
- brief bursts of raw intensity
- introspective moments between chaos
- sing-along choruses with friends
- reflective solitude during commutes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished, smooth sounds
- seek long, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2017, Hanni El Khatib had established himself as a distinctive voice in garage rock, following his 2015 release 'Moonlight.' 'Savage Times' marked his fourth studio album, showcasing a deliberate shift towards more personal and politically charged themes amidst an evolving soundscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Keys· Ty Segall· King Tuff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Baby’s OK 2:25
- 2 Gonna Die Alone 3:18
- 3 Born Brown 1:56
- 4 Paralysed 3:12
- 5 Miracle 3:06
- 6 Mangos & Rice 2:56
- 7 Come Down 2:44
- 8 No Way 3:37
- 9 Mondo and His Makeup 2:38
- 10 Gun Clap Hero 4:26
- 11 Black Constellation 3:31
- 12 So Dusty 3:24
- 13 Till Your Rose Comes Home 2:32
- 14 Hold Me Back 3:48
- 15 Savage Times 3:16
- 16 1 Am 2:08
- 17 Peep Show 2:46
- 18 This I Know 2:37
- 19 Freak Freely 5:22
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