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Shaka Rock

Jet · 2009

40 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and gritty rock energy, emblematic of early 2000s alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo energy
  • catchy anthems for sing-alongs
  • great for upbeat gatherings
  • vibrant hooks that energize
  • for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, introspective moments
  • prefer long soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2009, 'Shaka Rock' is Jet's third studio album, following their commercially successful 'Get Born' and 'Shine On'. At this point, the band was navigating a transitional phase, seeking to redefine their sound while maintaining the garage rock flair that initially garnered them fame.
Stylistic neighbors
The Vines· The Hives· Franz Ferdinand

Tracklist

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

  • 1 K.I.A (Killed in Action) 3:28
  • 2 Beat on Repeat 2:30
  • 3 She's a Genius 2:58
  • 4 Black Hearts (on Fire) 3:13
  • 5 Seventeen 3:41
  • 6 La Di Da 2:52
  • 7 Goodbye Hollywood 4:12
  • 8 Walk 3:06
  • 9 Times Like This 3:19
  • 10 Let Me Out 3:11
  • 11 Start the Show 3:58
  • 12 She Holds a Grudge 4:17

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