Subliminable Messages
Ten Foot Pole · 2004
32 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
A fierce blend of punk energy and biting social commentary drives the relentless sound of this vibrant album.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wake Up (And Smell the Fascism) — This track serves as an urgent rallying cry against complacency, encapsulating the album's overarching critique of societal issues with its driving rhythm and pointed lyrics.
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Rachel Corrie — Named after the activist who lost her life protesting in Palestine, this song highlights the band's dedication to social justice and brings a personal touch to their political commentary.
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Last Call for Russell’s Balls — With its catchy hooks and humor-laced lyrics, this track balances the album's serious themes with a light-hearted approach, showcasing Ten Foot Pole's knack for engaging songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers energetic punk with sharp critiques but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter part.
- Tracks often feature rapid shifts in dynamics, with verses that build intensity leading into explosive choruses.
- Several songs incorporate spoken word segments that provide social commentary, contrasting with the aggressive 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- urgent commentary on societal issues
- quick bursts of melodic energy
- biting humor with fast pacing
- for energetic group settings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Subliminable Messages is Ten Foot Pole's fifth studio album, released in 2004 during a period of revitalization for the band after their earlier success in the 1990s. Following a hiatus and lineup changes, this album marked their return to the punk scene, showcasing their continued commitment to political themes and fast-paced music.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up (And Smell the Fascism) 2:42
- 2 Kicked Out of Kindergarten 2:48
- 3 She Looks Like 1:52
- 4 Rachel Corrie 2:57
- 5 Black and Blue 2:52
- 6 Last Call for Russell’s Balls 2:52
- 7 With You by My Side 2:27
- 8 Still Believe 2:09
- 9 Your World 2:48
- 10 Heaven and Hell 2:44
- 11 The Quest 2:33
- 12 Toss It All 3:22
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