Super Moon
The Dirty Heads · 2019
32 min · 10 tracks · ska
A sun-soaked blend of reggae rock and acoustic melodies that evokes a laid-back coastal vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Super Moon — The title track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and reflective lyrics about self-discovery and cosmic connection, showcasing the band's lyrical growth.
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Lift Me Up — This track stands out with its uplifting message and infectious rhythm, embodying the album's theme of resilience and positivity amidst life's challenges.
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Tender Boy — With its intimate storytelling and melodic instrumentation, this song highlights vulnerability, offering a contrast to the more upbeat tracks while deepening the album's emotional landscape.
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Fear & Love — This track intricately weaves together themes of anxiety and affection, revealing a raw honesty that resonates throughout the album's narrative arc.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends reggae rock and acoustic elements effectively but lacks standout compositions that elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered vocal harmonies, while the subsequent tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate acoustic guitar prominently, creating a warm, laid-back atmosphere that complements the lyrical content.
- 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
- laid-back summer vibes
- short tracks for quick listens
- easygoing melodies for relaxation
- uplifting tunes for outdoor gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking complex musical narratives
- prefer darker, heavier themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Super Moon' marks The Dirty Heads' sixth studio album, following their commercial success with 'Swim Team' in 2017. At this point, the band was solidifying their signature sound while expanding their lyrical themes to explore deeper personal and social issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Slightly Stoopid· Rebelution· SOJA
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Super Moon 3:25
- 2 Lift Me Up 2:34
- 3 Tender Boy 3:30
- 4 Horsefly 4:23
- 5 Fear & Love 2:58
- 6 Cloudlifter 2:47
- 7 Come Back Around 3:14
- 8 Lighthouse 2:38
- 9 Crow Bar Hotel 3:46
- 10 Slow Down 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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