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Released 10 years ago

Seth Bogart

Hunx and His Punx · 2016

43 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

A vibrant mix of punk rock energy and playful pop sensibilities, bursting with cheeky lyrics and infectious hooks.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hollywood Squares — The opening track sets the tone with its catchy chorus and humorous lyrics about fame, perfectly encapsulating the album's playful spirit.
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    Eating Makeup — This track combines punchy guitar riffs with self-reflective lyrics, highlighting Bogart's knack for blending personal themes with upbeat melodies.
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    Nina Hagen-Daaz — Named after the iconic German punk singer, this song celebrates individuality and eccentricity in a way that embodies the album's overall ethos.
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    Smash the TV — With its rebellious message against consumer culture, this track showcases Bogart's ability to address social issues through infectious punk anthems.
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    Supermarket Supermodel — The catchy hook and satirical commentary on beauty standards make this song a standout that captures the essence of modern life and identity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album blends punk energy with personal themes and playful lyrics, creating a distinct sound within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
  • Several tracks feature playful call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel between the singer and the audience.
  • The lyrics often employ humor and cheekiness, with a focus on personal themes that resonate with queer identity.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

  • Eating Makeup

    The narrative shifts from playful banter to a more introspective reflection on self-image and authenticity.

    This transition deepens the song's emotional impact, contrasting whimsical elements with serious undertones about personal acceptance.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hollywood Squares 3:37
  • 2 Eating Makeup 3:00
  • 3 Forgotten Fantazy 4:02
  • 4 Smash the TV 3:38
  • 5 Lubed 3:32
  • 6 Club With Me 3:43
  • 7 Supermarket Supermodel 4:12
  • 8 Flurt 2:49
  • 9 Nina Hagen-Daaz 3:55
  • 10 Plastic! 3:53
  • 11 Barely 21 2:45
  • 12 Sunday Boy 4:52

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