The Agnew Funeral E.P.
Lotion · 1995
44 min · 6 tracks · indie rock
A raw blend of lo-fi textures and melodic hooks that captures the restless spirit of 90s indie rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Marijuana Vietnam — This opening track sets an irreverent tone with its catchy guitar riffs and playful lyrics, embodying the band's unique take on serious subjects.
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Walk Away Renee — A cover that transforms the original's melancholic essence into a more upbeat and raw rendition, showcasing Lotion's ability to reinterpret familiar sounds.
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Famous Redheads — With its engaging narrative and dynamic composition, this track highlights the band's knack for storytelling through music while maintaining a distinct indie flair.
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Untitled — Spanning over 22 minutes, this experimental piece delves into sonic exploration that contrasts sharply with more structured tracks, demonstrating the band's creative ambition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP captures the essence of 90s indie rock with its raw sound and melodic hooks, showcasing Lotion's early potential.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a distorted guitar riff that sets a raw tone, followed by melodic hooks that recur throughout the EP.
- Tracks vary in tempo, with 'Marijuana Vietnam' and 'Famous Redheads' maintaining a driving pace, while 'Untitled' slows down significantly to close the record.
- Vocals often feature layered harmonies, creating a textured sound that complements the lo-fi instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- 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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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Marijuana Vietnam 4:48
- 2 Walk Away Renee 2:46
- 3 Switch 2:47
- 4 Famous Redheads 5:12
- 5 Treat Me 5:40
- 6 Untitled 22:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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