What makes Scream by Melody Club notable?

The album saw significant commercial success in Sweden, peaking at number 16 on the Sverigetopplistan charts. Its infectious singles, particularly Scream and Last Girl on My Mind, contributed to the band's growing popularity and were well-received by critics, helping to further define their place within the new wave genre. Scream is Melody Club's third studio album, released in 2006 following their successful sophomore effort, Music Machine. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their signature sound and gaining traction in the Swedish music scene, establishing themselves as a prominent act in the new wave revival.

How many songs are on Scream?

Scream has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Scream

Melody Club · 2006

36 min · 11 tracks · new wave

A vibrant blend of synth-driven melodies and catchy hooks that evoke the essence of early 80s new wave pop.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Scream — The title track encapsulates the album's energetic spirit with its anthemic chorus and glossy production, making it a standout moment of pure pop euphoria.
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Last Girl on My Mind — With its infectious hook and relatable lyrics about longing, this track demonstrates the band's knack for crafting memorable melodies that resonate with listeners.
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Crash — This song combines driving beats with a sense of urgency, showcasing the band's ability to blend upbeat tempos with emotional undertones, a recurring theme throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout depth or uniqueness.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrast.
Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in instrumentation, such as dropping out drums for vocal-centric moments before building back up.

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: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

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 Feed on Me 3:28
2 Last Girl on My Mind 3:21
3 Crash 2:56
4 Scream 3:44
5 Destiny Calling 2:47
6 Fever Fever 3:38
7 Sweet Thing 3:50
8 Walk of Love 3:02
9 Don't Fake the Real Thing 2:38
10 You Are Not Alone 3:19
11 Evil Thing 4:09

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