What makes The Great Filter by Tub Ring notable?

The Great Filter received positive reviews for its ambitious blending of styles and was noted for its conceptual depth. It also contributed to Tub Ring's reputation as a genre-bending band, influencing other experimental rock artists in the years following its release. In 2007, Tub Ring released The Great Filter as their fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed self-titled album in 2005. At this stage, the band was exploring increasingly innovative sounds and concepts, solidifying their unique identity within the underground music scene.

How many songs are on The Great Filter?

The Great Filter has 14 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

The Great Filter

Tub Ring · 2007

43 min · 14 tracks

Experimental rock fuses with elements of punk and electronic music, creating a chaotic yet engaging auditory experience.

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Friends and Enemies — This opening track sets the tone with its frenetic energy and sharp lyrics, encapsulating the album's exploration of conflict and relationships.
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Get Help (Now!) — With its urgent delivery and catchy hooks, this track exemplifies Tub Ring's ability to blend humor with dark themes, making it a standout moment on the record.
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When the Crash Happened — This song combines narrative storytelling with rhythmic complexity, reflecting the chaos of societal collapse while maintaining a melodic catchiness that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100

Foothills

Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album's innovative sound and structure create a unique listening experience, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.

What we noticed

The album features abrupt shifts in tempo and dynamics, with tracks often transitioning from chaotic sections to quieter, more introspective moments.
The use of electronic elements is prominent, with synthesizers and samples layered over traditional rock instrumentation throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Friends and Enemies 3:27
2 The Charismatic Smile 3:00
3 Seven Exodus 2:52
4 Get Help (Now!) 2:35
5 When the Crash Happened 2:32
6 Killers in Love 4:13
7 No One Wants to Play 4:23
8 Requiem for a Robot 0:38
9 Life in Transition 3:25
10 Glass Companion 3:20
11 Making No Sound (At All) 3:14
12 The Truth 2:10
13 Wrong Kind of Message 4:19
14 My Job Here Is Done 3:16

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