Stop Doing Bad Things
Spitalfield · 2005
41 min · 12 tracks
Punk-infused pop melodies collide with introspective lyrics, creating an energetic yet reflective soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Texa$ With a Dollar Sign — This track exemplifies the band's blend of catchy melodies and sharp social commentary, making it a standout that captures the essence of their style.
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Gold Dust vs. State of Illinois — With its infectious chorus and clever lyrics, this song showcases Spitalfield's ability to combine humor with poignant observations about life.
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What Were You Thinking — The emotional depth and relatable themes within this track highlight the band's lyrical maturity and enhance the album's overall narrative arc.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic punk melodies with reflective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with driving rhythms, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate dual vocal lines, allowing for a dynamic interplay between melodies and harmonies.
- The lyrics often reflect personal struggles and societal observations, creating a contrast with the energetic instrumentation.
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So I Heard You Joined a Convent 3:01
- 2 Texa$ With a Dollar Sign 3:51
- 3 Gold Dust vs. State of Illinois 4:08
- 4 What Were You Thinking 4:08
- 5 Tampa Bum Blues 3:32
- 6 Restraining Order Blues 2:48
- 7 The Future Is Now 4:03
- 8 Van Buren 3:21
- 9 From the Desk of B. Larsen 2:46
- 10 Building a Better City by Design 3:54
- 11 Simple Minds, Simple Lives 2:58
- 12 Untitled 3:29
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