Sunnyland
Mayday Parade · 2018
49 min · 13 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant blend of pop-punk energy and introspective lyrics, capturing youthful angst and the complexities of growing up.
Top tracks — play these first
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It’s Hard to Be Religious When Certain People Are Never Incinerated by Bolts of Lightning — This track stands out for its provocative title and introspective lyrics that challenge societal norms while maintaining an infectious energy characteristic of Mayday Parade's sound.
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Take My Breath Away — The song showcases a powerful blend of heartfelt lyrics and soaring melodies, encapsulating the emotional core of the album and resonating with listeners seeking connection.
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Sunnyland — As the title track, it encapsulates the overarching themes of self-discovery and nostalgia present throughout the album, providing a reflective closure to the listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop-punk energy with introspective lyrics, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often explore themes of uncertainty and self-reflection, with a notable shift in tone from upbeat to introspective as the album progresses.
- 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
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
- steady mid-tempo emotional flow
- introspective moments of reflection
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- for afternoon drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Sunnyland is Mayday Parade's sixth studio album, marking their first project after a three-year hiatus following the release of Black Lines in 2015. The band sought to return to their roots while also exploring new sonic territories, reflecting a matured songwriting perspective as they continued to evolve within the pop-punk landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Maine· We the Kings· All Time Low
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Sure 3:54
- 2 It’s Hard to Be Religious When Certain People Are Never Incinerated by Bolts of Lightning 3:22
- 3 Piece of Your Heart 3:40
- 4 Is Nowhere 3:51
- 5 Take My Breath Away 3:55
- 6 Stay the Same 3:21
- 7 How Do You Like Me Now 3:29
- 8 Where You Are 3:48
- 9 If I Were You 4:06
- 10 Satellite 4:03
- 11 Looks Red, Tastes Blue 4:14
- 12 Always Leaving 3:41
- 13 Sunnyland 3:53
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