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Send Flowers

Black Lungs · 2008

29 min · 9 tracks · punk rock

A raw and energetic blend of punk rock ethos and introspective lyrics, capturing the urgency of youth's fleeting moments.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fire and Brimstone — This track stands out with its driving rhythm and passionate vocals, encapsulating the album's themes of struggle and resilience. The energetic instrumentation pairs perfectly with the urgent lyrical delivery, making it a quintessential punk anthem.
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    When It's Blackout — The song features poignant lyrics that explore themes of isolation and reflection, complemented by a catchy chorus that invites sing-alongs. Its juxtaposition of melodic hooks against raw punk energy showcases the band's versatility.
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    These Moments Define Us — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts, this track highlights the personal stakes present throughout the album. It captures the essence of youth's fleeting nature while maintaining a sense of urgency through its powerful instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic punk elements but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a fast tempo with aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
  • Several songs feature a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the communal feel typical of punk rock.
  • The album closes with a track that features a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of lingering emotion rather than abruptness.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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 A Blessing and a Curse 1:08
  • 2 Fire and Brimstone 3:13
  • 3 When It's Blackout 3:37
  • 4 Hold Fast (Sink or Swim) 3:36
  • 5 These Moments Define Us 3:11
  • 6 For Her 3:37
  • 7 So It Goes 3:18
  • 8 Timeless 3:59
  • 9 In Memory 3:51

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