Is Tell Me I'm Alive a good place to start with All Time Low?

Yes, Tell Me I'm Alive is recommended as a starting point for new All Time Low listeners. A vibrant blend of pop-punk energy and introspective lyrics, capturing the urgency of connection in a digital age. Released on March 17, 2023, 'Tell Me I'm Alive' is All Time Low's eighth studio album, following their commercially successful record 'Wake Up, Sunshine' from 2020. At this point in their career, the band has solidified their presence in the pop-punk scene, reflecting a mature sound while still engaging with youthful themes.

Who is Tell Me I'm Alive for?

Tell Me I'm Alive works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, youthful resilience and optimism and invigorating energy for road trips.

How many songs are on Tell Me I'm Alive?

Tell Me I'm Alive has 13 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Tell Me I'm Alive

All Time Low · 2023

41 min · 13 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant blend of pop-punk energy and introspective lyrics, capturing the urgency of connection in a digital age.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Tell Me I’m Alive Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the entire album with its catchy chorus and themes of seeking validation in a disconnected world.
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Modern Love — This track blends infectious melodies with lyrics that capture the complexities of romance in today's society, highlighting the band's growth.
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English Blood // American Heartache — Fusing energetic instrumentation with poignant commentary on identity and belonging, this track reflects the band's ability to tackle serious themes through an upbeat lens.
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Calm Down — 'Calm Down' showcases a more reflective side, addressing anxiety and self-doubt while maintaining an engaging pop-punk sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic pop-punk with introspective lyrics but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with driving guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, particularly in 'The Sound of Letting Go'.
The album closes with a gradual fade-out on 'Lost Along the Way', creating a sense of resolution after an energetic journey.

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

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
youthful resilience and optimism
invigorating energy for road trips
uplifting anthems for group listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, introspective music
seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in their sound and themes.
Themes: digital disconnection· modern romance complexities· identity and belonging
Career context: Released on March 17, 2023, 'Tell Me I'm Alive' is All Time Low's eighth studio album, following their commercially successful record 'Wake Up, Sunshine' from 2020. At this point in their career, the band has solidified their presence in the pop-punk scene, reflecting a mature sound while still engaging with youthful themes.
Stylistic neighbors: Paramore· Panic! at the Disco· Fall Out Boy