Spreading Rumours
Grouplove · 2013
50 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
An exuberant blend of indie pop and rock, bursting with anthemic choruses and vibrant melodies that capture youthful energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ways to Go — This track exemplifies the album's infectious energy with its driving beat and relatable lyrics about perseverance amidst uncertainty.
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I’m With You — Opening with a soaring melody, this song captures the essence of connection and solidarity, setting an uplifting tone for the album.
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Shark Attack — A standout track that juxtaposes playful lyrics with a more serious undertone, reflecting on personal fears while maintaining a fun vibe.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic anthems with reflective moments, showcasing solid writing and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals between band members, enhancing the communal feel of the music.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious sing-along choruses
- youthful exuberance and introspection
- for carefree road trips
- upbeat energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, reflective sounds
- seek minimalist sonic landscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 17, 2013, Spreading Rumours is Grouplove's sophomore album, following their successful debut Never Trust a Happy Song. By this point, the band had gained significant recognition from their hit single 'Tongue Tied', which helped establish their presence in the alternative rock scene. The album reflects their growth as songwriters and their desire to explore broader themes beyond the carefree sound of their first release.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Foster the People· Portugal. The Man· Young the Giant
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I’m With You 5:33
- 2 Borderlines and Aliens 3:50
- 3 School Boy 3:52
- 4 Ways to Go 3:36
- 5 Shark Attack 3:58
- 6 Sit Still 4:04
- 7 Hippy Hill 2:56
- 8 What I Know 3:55
- 9 Didn’t Have to Go 3:44
- 10 Bitin’ the Bullet 4:08
- 11 News to Me 3:46
- 12 Raspberry 3:15
- 13 Save the Party 3:30
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