What makes Seven Second Surgery by Faber Drive notable?

Seven Second Surgery achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number 14 on the Canadian Albums Chart and earning a gold certification in Canada. Its energetic sound and relatable themes resonated with fans of the pop-punk genre, helping to solidify Faber Drive's place within the scene during the mid-2000s. Released on January 1, 2007, Seven Second Surgery marked Faber Drive's debut album after signing with a major label. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from local Canadian band to national attention, having already gained some traction with their previous EP.

How many songs are on Seven Second Surgery?

Seven Second Surgery has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Seven Second Surgery

Faber Drive · 2007

47 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

Energetic pop-punk melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an infectious and emotionally charged listening experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Tongue Tied — This track captures the essence of youthful romance and confusion with catchy hooks and relatable lyrics, showcasing the band's pop-punk appeal.
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Second Chance — Featuring an anthemic chorus and emotional depth, this song exemplifies the struggle for redemption and reflects the band's ability to blend upbeat sounds with serious themes.
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When I'm With You — This track stands out for its heartfelt lyrics about love and connection, presenting a tender contrast to the more upbeat songs on the album.

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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 combines energetic melodies with introspective lyrics, appealing to pop-punk fans while maintaining a familiar sound.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower pace that contrasts sharply with its predecessors.
Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the pop-punk sound.
The album includes recurring themes of love and introspection, with lyrics that often shift between upbeat melodies and more reflective moments.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 24 Story Love Affair 3:37
2 Tongue Tied 3:30
3 Second Chance 3:42
4 Sex and Love 3:00
5 Sleepless Nights (Never Let Her Go) 3:25
6 Killin' Me 3:25
7 When I'm With You 3:41
8 Summer Fades to Fall 3:21
9 Time Bomb 2:43
10 Obvious 2:58
11 You'll Make It 13:39

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