Summer of Lust
Library Voices · 2011
32 min · 12 tracks · indie pop
Ebullient melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant soundtrack for youthful longing and existential musings.
Top tracks — play these first
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If Raymond Carver Were Born In the '90s — This track cleverly juxtaposes literary references with contemporary themes, encapsulating the band's witty yet earnest approach to songwriting.
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Generation Handclap — With its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, this song captures the essence of youthful exuberance while critiquing modern social dynamics.
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Anthem for a New Canadia — This anthem reflects a sense of national identity and cultural pride, resonating deeply with listeners during a time of political change in Canada.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features engaging melodies and thoughtful lyrics, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first track serves as a brief instrumental introduction, setting a playful tone before the upbeat melodies of the following songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album includes shifts in tempo and mood, with some tracks maintaining a lively pace while others slow down for introspective moments.
- 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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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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Regina I Don't Want to Fight
A poignant reflection on conflict, where the narrative voice shifts from personal turmoil to broader societal issues.
This shift expands the emotional scope of the song, linking personal struggle to collective experience and highlighting the album's thematic depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:05
- 2 If Raymond Carver Were Born In the '90s 3:03
- 3 Generation Handclap 3:58
- 4 Reluctant Readers Make Reluctant Lovers 3:04
- 5 Que Sera Sarah 2:45
- 6 Traveller's Digest 3:16
- 7 Be My Juliette Gréco, Paris 1949 3:04
- 8 The Prime Minister's Daughter 3:03
- 9 Me, Myself and Id 3:12
- 10 Anthem for a New Canadia 3:15
- 11 Regina I Don't Want to Fight 3:32
- 12 Outro 0:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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