Top tracks — play these first
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Fuckin — This track showcases Allday's signature lyrical wit and melodic sensibility, combining catchy hooks with introspective themes about relationships and identity.
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Hometown Pride — In this track, Allday reflects on his roots and the complexities of growing up in Australia, making it an anthem for local pride resonating with listeners.
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Wolves — With its darker undertones and contemplative lyrics, 'Wolves' represents a pivotal moment on the album where Allday delves into deeper emotional territory.
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You Always Know the DJ — This song captures the carefree essence of nightlife and youth culture, highlighting Allday's ability to craft relatable narratives within his music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a strong blend of genres with engaging hooks but lacks some cohesion in its sequencing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
- Several songs feature spoken word sections or conversational delivery, creating an intimate connection with the listener.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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 hooks for sing-alongs
- youthful restlessness and energy
- late-night drive with friends
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- introspective moments amidst fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Startup Cult is Allday's debut album, released in January 2014, following his well-received mixtapes. This record marked a significant step in establishing him as a force in the Australian music scene, showcasing his unique blend of genres and lyrical introspection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lauv· Gus Dapperton· Joji
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Got It 3:29
- 2 Fuckin 4:04
- 3 Right Now 3:57
- 4 You Always Know the DJ 3:38
- 5 Wolves 4:26
- 6 Anything but Sober 3:21
- 7 Another Night at Windy Point 1:31
- 8 Hometown Pride 4:27
- 9 Clouds 3:18
- 10 Taking Hold 3:49
- 11 Milligrams 1:22
- 12 God Starve the Queen 3:45
- 13 Wasting Time 5:36
- 14 Cult 3:24
- 15 Find Me 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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