What makes Talking Is Hard by Walk the Moon notable?

'Talking Is Hard' includes the massively successful single 'Shut Up and Dance', which peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100. The album received positive reviews and marked a significant moment for the band as they transitioned from indie darlings to pop mainstays, influencing a wave of dance-oriented rock music in the mid-2010s. Released on December 2, 2014, 'Talking Is Hard' is Walk the Moon's second studio album, following their breakout self-titled debut in 2012. At this point in their career, the band was riding the wave of mainstream success from their hit single 'Shut Up and Dance', which helped solidify their presence in the pop-rock landscape.

Who is Talking Is Hard for?

Talking Is Hard works well if you're into infectious energy for gatherings, for carefree road trips and steady beats for dancing.

How many songs are on Talking Is Hard?

Talking Is Hard has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Talking Is Hard

Walk the Moon · 2014

43 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

Energetic dance-rock anthems blend catchy hooks and vibrant rhythms, creating a soundtrack for youthful exuberance and celebration.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Shut Up and Dance — This track not only became Walk the Moon's signature song but also encapsulated the album's vibrant energy and catchy songwriting, leading to its widespread radio play.
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Different Colors — Opening with an infectious beat, this song celebrates individuality and diversity, setting a tone of positivity that resonates throughout the album.
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Work This Body — With its driving rhythm and motivational lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's knack for creating danceable tracks that encourage listeners to embrace life.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

Energetic hooks and varied tempos create an engaging but somewhat conventional indie rock experience.

What we noticed

Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the chorus sections.

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

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

infectious energy for gatherings
for carefree road trips
steady beats for dancing
youthful exuberance in every track

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, reflective music
looking for deep lyrical content

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on December 2, 2014, 'Talking Is Hard' is Walk the Moon's second studio album, following their breakout self-titled debut in 2012. At this point in their career, the band was riding the wave of mainstream success from their hit single 'Shut Up and Dance', which helped solidify their presence in the pop-rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Foster the People· Neon Trees· Panic! at the Disco