The Dollyrots
The Dollyrots · 2012
38 min · 14 tracks · pop-punk
A vibrant explosion of catchy hooks and high-energy rhythms that encapsulate the essence of modern pop-punk.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Wanna Go — This track is an anthem of youthful rebellion, characterized by its catchy chorus and upbeat tempo that perfectly captures the spirit of pop-punk.
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Because I’m Awesome — A tongue-in-cheek celebration of self-confidence, this song exemplifies the band's playful lyrics paired with irresistible melodies that define their style.
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Hyperactive — This track's frenetic energy and driving beat make it a standout, showcasing the band's ability to blend humor with a punk rock aesthetic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic pop-punk with catchy hooks but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals between the two singers, creating an engaging dynamic throughout.
- 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
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
- quick bursts of energetic fun
- sing-along anthems for group vibes
- youthful rebellion and defiance
- for upbeat road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, introspective tracks
- seek complex musical structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2012, this album marked The Dollyrots' fourth studio effort and their first release after signing with a new label. At this point in their career, the duo was solidifying their sound while continuing to build upon the pop-punk foundations established in earlier albums like 'A Little Messed Up'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paramore· We Are the In Crowd· PVRIS
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Wanna Go
The bridge introduces a shift in tempo as the narrator expresses a longing for freedom and adventure with vibrant imagery.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Starting Over 0:56
- 2 I Wanna Go 3:12
- 3 Hyperactive 2:33
- 4 Satellite 3:18
- 5 Twist Me to the Left 2:39
- 6 Time Will Stop 3:49
- 7 So Wrong It’s Right 2:56
- 8 F U Famous 3:04
- 9 Pretty on the Outside 2:55
- 10 South of the Border 3:32
- 11 After 2012 2:54
- 12 Starting Over Again 2:49
- 20 [silence] 0:04
- 21 Because I’m Awesome 3:24
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