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SMTB

Show Me the Body · 2015

14 min · 4 tracks · hardcore punk

A chaotic blend of hardcore punk and noise rock that channels raw energy into confrontational yet introspective narratives.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Space Faithful — This opening track sets the tone with its frenetic energy and stark lyrics, immediately showcasing the band's unique blend of aggression and introspection.
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    Bone Soup — With its heavy riffs and relentless pace, this track exemplifies the band's punk roots while interspersing moments of lyrical vulnerability that contrast with the chaos.
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    Six Fingers Thick — The song's dynamic shifts between quiet reflection and explosive outbursts encapsulate the emotional depth present throughout the album, highlighting their innovative approach to songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The EP's chaotic energy and genre-blending approach create a distinctive sound that resonates within its scene.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a barrage of distorted guitars and aggressive drumming, setting a frenetic pace that continues through the EP.
  • Each song features abrupt tempo changes, often shifting from chaotic noise to quieter, introspective moments within the same track.
  • Vocals are delivered in a raw, shouted style that emphasizes urgency and emotional intensity, often layered with effects that add to the chaotic soundscape.
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
8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Space Faithful 2:23
  • 2 Bone Soup 3:09
  • 3 Vernon 4:58
  • 4 Six Fingers Thick 3:42

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