Released 20 years ago
Shake the Dust
The Ettes · 2006
34 min · 14 tracks · garage rock
Raw garage rock energy collides with catchy hooks and a lo-fi aesthetic, creating an infectious and rebellious sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Reputation — The opening track sets the tone with its punchy riffs and catchy chorus, perfectly encapsulating the band's rebellious spirit. Its high energy invites listeners into the world of The Ettes immediately.
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Dead and Gone — This track showcases a more melodic side while maintaining an edge, combining reflective lyrics with driving instrumentation that exemplifies the balance of grit and catchiness found throughout the album.
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Alley Cat — With its infectious groove and playful lyrics, Alley Cat highlights The Ettes' ability to blend humor with sharp observations about urban life. It's a standout example of their lyrical wit and musicality.
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Dirty — Short and punchy, Dirty captures the raw essence of garage rock with its relentless pace and gritty production. It exemplifies the album's overall DIY ethos.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Gimme
The bridge shifts to a desperate plea for acknowledgment amidst an upbeat tempo.
This moment contrasts urgency with levity, showcasing how emotional vulnerability can be expressed within an otherwise energetic context.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reputation 2:11
- 2 Dead and Gone 2:22
- 3 Alley Cat 2:37
- 4 Spend My Money 3:00
- 5 Alright 2:16
- 6 No More Surprises 2:08
- 7 We Repel Each Other 2:33
- 8 It Ain’t You 2:23
- 9 Gimme 2:20
- 10 Dirty 2:04
- 11 Soft Focus 2:05
- 12 Ghosts 2:37
- 13 Beggars 2:42
- 14 I Wanna Go Home 2:43
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