Senso
Stephen Cummings · 1984
40 min · 11 tracks · rock music
Melodic rock blends introspective lyrics with polished production, capturing both personal and societal themes of the early '80s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Another Kick in the Head — This track encapsulates Cummings' reflective style, combining sharp lyrics about disillusionment with an engaging melody that showcases his unique voice.
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My Mission Tonight — With its driving rhythm and earnest lyrics, this song exemplifies the album's blend of emotional sincerity and catchy rock sensibilities.
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Only a Lonely Man — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of isolation, highlighted by Cummings' evocative vocal delivery and rich instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Senso showcases strong songwriting and polished production, balancing personal and societal themes effectively.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies and instrumental arrangements that enhance the lyrical themes.
- The final track ends with a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of closure that contrasts with the more abrupt endings of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Company Turns Ugly
The chorus starkly contrasts earlier verses by revealing a sudden shift from optimism to stark reality.
This shift underscores the thematic tension in the song, enhancing its critique of societal interactions and expectations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gymnasium 3:36
- 2 Another Kick in the Head 4:02
- 3 Walking Out the Door 3:12
- 4 My Mission Tonight 2:56
- 5 The Company Turns Ugly 4:07
- 6 Only a Lonely Man 3:27
- 7 Stuck on Love 4:11
- 8 This Feeling Will Survive 3:55
- 9 Almost 3:28
- 10 Backstabbers 3:20
- 11 I Won't Give Up Your Love 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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