Something Good Is Going to Happen to You
Baboon · 2002
40 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A frenetic blend of punk energy and experimental rock, layered with gritty guitar riffs and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crash — This track epitomizes the band's raw energy with its fast tempo and energetic vocals, making it a standout in live performances.
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Son — With its reflective lyrics and dynamic shifts in instrumentation, this song showcases Baboon's ability to blend emotional depth with engaging soundscapes.
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King of the Damned Laser Gang — This track captures the band's quirky lyrical style and playful instrumentation, highlighting their unique place in the alternative rock genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends punk energy with experimental elements, showcasing strong songwriting but uneven execution.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more introspective feel.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of unpredictability in the song structures.
- The album closes with a softer, more melodic track that contrasts sharply with the preceding intensity, providing a reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Goodnight, Good-Bye
The concluding verse abruptly shifts tone, reflecting on loss while using vivid imagery to create a haunting atmosphere that lingers.
By altering the mood so late in the album, it forces listeners to reconsider earlier themes and adds an unexpected emotional weight.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alright 2:32
- 2 Crash 2:25
- 3 Carried 4:55
- 4 Evil 3:41
- 5 Son 5:16
- 6 Too Handsome to Die 1:26
- 7 King of the Damned Laser Gang 2:47
- 8 Leave Me Be 2:42
- 9 Secret Room 4:06
- 10 Vampirate 3:10
- 11 Pig Latin 3:29
- 12 Goodnight, Good-Bye 4:21
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