Top tracks — play these first
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Brand new wave Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious chorus and a celebration of new beginnings, reflecting the band's energetic style.
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OVER DRIVE — With driving rhythms and an anthemic feel, this song encapsulates the band's rock roots while appealing to pop sensibilities, making it a standout single.
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恋のゲシュタルト崩壊 — This track combines clever lyrics with catchy hooks, showcasing Scandal's ability to blend lyrical depth with mainstream appeal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic pop rock with engaging arrangements but lacks standout depth.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving rhythms and upbeat melodies, while the fourth track introduces a more relaxed tempo.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal arrangements, creating an interactive feel that engages listeners.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- youthful exuberance in every track
- consistent flow with gradual peaks
- for energetic afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek deep, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Scandal's reputation in J-Pop, solidifying their commercial appeal.
- Themes
- love's complexities· vibrant J-Pop scene
- Career context
- When 'Standard' was released in 2013, Scandal was transitioning into their role as established figures in the J-Pop scene, following their previous album 'Queens Are Trumps' from 2011. This album marked their fifth studio release, showcasing a matured sound that fused elements of pop punk and rock while maintaining the infectious energy that brought them early success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Go-Go's· Paramore· No Doubt
Tracklist
- 1 Brand new wave Start here 3:36
- 2 OVER DRIVE 5:04
- 3 打ち上げ花火 4:48
- 4 オレンジジュース 4:09
- 5 メトロノーム 4:02
- 6 Weather report 3:42
- 7 8月 4:15
- 8 会わないつもりの、元気でね 4:24
- 9 下弦の月 3:36
- 10 恋のゲシュタルト崩壊 4:02
- 11 キミと未来と完全同期 4:36
- 12 涙よ光れ 3:30
- 13 STANDARD 3:19
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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