Sucks Blood
Osees · 2007
33 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A chaotic blend of noise rock and psychedelic elements erupts into frenetic soundscapes laced with raw, visceral energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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It Killed Mom — Opening with a frenetic pace, this track sets the tone for the entire album, combining distorted riffs and frantic drumming that encapsulate Osees' chaotic energy.
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Sucks Blood — The title track stands out with its relentless drive and compelling melody, showcasing the band’s ability to balance noise with catchy hooks.
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The Killer — This track exemplifies the band’s knack for short, explosive bursts of sound, effectively blending punk influences with psychedelic undertones.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic energy and inventive structure mark it as a strong entry in the noise rock genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'You Make Me Sick, Oh Yeah', which transitions from a frenetic pace to a slower, more contemplative section.
- The album includes two untitled tracks that serve as interludes, creating pauses in the chaos and allowing for brief moments of reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- brief bursts of chaotic energy
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- for short commutes
- playful irreverence in every track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive albums
- seek polished, refined sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 'Sucks Blood' marks Osees' third studio album, released at a time when they were solidifying their identity in the underground rock scene. Following their self-titled debut in 2006 and the experimental 'The Cool Death of Island Raiders' in 2007, this album showcases their evolving sound as they embraced more abrasive textures and unconventional song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Killed Mom 2:42
- 2 Sucks Blood 3:42
- 3 Iceberg 2:58
- 4 The Gouger 1:53
- 5 You Make Me Sick, Oh Yeah 3:41
- 6 [untitled] 1:30
- 7 The Killer 3:50
- 8 Ship 2:42
- 9 What the Driven Drink 2:05
- 10 Invitation 3:14
- 11 Golden Phones 3:30
- 12 [untitled] 1:39
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