Slam
Big Dipper · 1990
42 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and catchy melodies, encapsulating the spirit of early 90s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Barge — This opening track sets a playful tone with its infectious chorus and witty lyrics, immediately drawing listeners into the band's distinctive sound.
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Slam — The title track exemplifies the band's knack for catchy hooks paired with an upbeat tempo, making it a standout anthem for the album.
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Life Inside the Cemetery — This closing track features a more contemplative vibe with reflective lyrics that contrast with the album's earlier exuberance, showcasing depth in their songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production typical of its era but lacks a strong cohesive narrative.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies that create a rich, textured sound, particularly in 'Slam' and 'Another Life'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love Barge 3:34
- 2 The Bond 2:14
- 3 Another Life 2:09
- 4 Slam 2:52
- 5 Bony Knees of Nothing 3:32
- 6 Baby Blue 3:45
- 7 Picnic 2:27
- 8 The Monsters of Jazz 2:41
- 9 Impossible Things 3:01
- 10 Blood Pact 2:15
- 11 Father's Day 2:37
- 12 Baby Doll 3:54
- 13 Life Inside the Cemetery 4:09
- 14 All the Way From Memphis 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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