What makes Suego Faults by Wolf Gang notable?

The album received positive reviews from various music outlets, including a notable mention in NME, which praised its energetic sound and lyrical depth. It peaked at number 18 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Wolf Gang's place within the indie music landscape of the early 2010s. Suego Faults is Wolf Gang's debut album, released in January 2011. At this point, the band was establishing their unique sound, following several successful EPs that garnered critical attention. This album marked their transition from a promising newcomer to a recognized name in the indie rock scene.

How many songs are on Suego Faults?

Suego Faults has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Suego Faults

Wolf Gang · 2011

38 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and indie rock, characterized by anthemic choruses and shimmering instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Lions in Cages — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious melody and dynamic instrumentation, capturing the essence of Wolf Gang's style.
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The King and All of His Men — This song showcases the band's knack for crafting dramatic anthems, blending rich pop hooks with introspective lyrics about identity and ambition.
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Stay and Defend — With its driving beat and emotive vocal delivery, this track exemplifies the album's balance of energy and introspection, resonating strongly with listeners.
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Dancing With the Devil — This song features a darker undertone in both its lyrics and sound, highlighting the band's versatility while enriching the album's thematic narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic songwriting with solid production but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Lions in Cages 4:28
2 Something Unusual 3:22
3 Stay and Defend 3:21
4 Suego Faults 2:59
5 The King and All of His Men 4:03
6 Back to Back 4:14
7 Midnight Dancers 4:10
8 Dancing With the Devil 3:43
9 Where Are You Now 3:16
10 Planets 5:15

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