The State of Art Is on Fire
Rocket from the Crypt · 1995
21 min · 8 tracks · punk rock
A frenetic blend of punk energy and catchy hooks, bursting with irreverence and raw enthusiasm.
Top tracks — play these first
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Human Torch — This track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy with its infectious chorus and punchy instrumentation, showcasing the band's signature style.
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A+ in Arson Class — At just over a minute long, this song delivers an explosive burst of punk fervor, perfectly highlighting the band's knack for brevity and intensity.
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Masculine Intuition — This track features clever lyrics paired with a driving rhythm, exemplifying how Rocket from the Crypt blends humor and social commentary into their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic songwriting with varied vocal styles but lacks some depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks maintain a relentless tempo, with each song averaging around two minutes in length.
- The vocal delivery alternates between shouted and melodic lines, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the EP.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions, often cutting off one section to jump into another without warning.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- explosive bursts of energy
- quick, sharp lyrical wit
- brief energetic listening experience
- for a party vibe
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, drawn-out tracks
- want slow-paced introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1995, The State of Art Is on Fire was Rocket from the Crypt's third studio album following their breakthrough effort, 1995's Scream, Dracula, Scream!. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their distinctive sound that blended punk rock with elements of rockabilly and garage rock, establishing themselves as a key player in the underground music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bronx· At the Drive-In· Refused
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Light Me 1:44
- 2 A+ in Arson Class 1:40
- 3 Rid or Ride 1:31
- 4 Human Torch 3:12
- 5 Ratsize 3:42
- 6 Human Spine 5:13
- 7 Trouble 2:11
- 8 Masculine Intuition 2:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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