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Released 20 years ago

Think About Life

Think About Life · 2006

34 min · 10 tracks · electro

A vibrant collision of eclectic rhythms, playful melodies, and experimental textures that invites listeners to dance and reflect.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fireworks — This track features an irresistible hook and a celebratory atmosphere, making it a perfect representation of the album's joyous spirit. Its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus exemplify the band's knack for blending pop sensibilities with experimental sounds.
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    Money — With its critical commentary on consumerism wrapped in an infectious groove, this track stands out as both thought-provoking and danceable. The clever juxtaposition of serious themes against lively instrumentation showcases the band's distinctive style.
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    Slow-Motion Slam-Dunk From the Free-Throw Line — At just over a minute long, this track captures the essence of spontaneity and playfulness found throughout the album. Its brief yet impactful composition demonstrates how effectively the band can convey emotion and creativity in minimal time.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

65 /100
Treeline
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases inventive arrangements and eclectic rhythms but lacks some cohesion in its flow.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
  • The use of unconventional song structures is evident, with tracks often blending multiple genres and styles within a single piece.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Paul Cries 3:16
  • 2 Bastian and the Boar 2:27
  • 3 Commander Riker's Party 2:55
  • 4 Fireworks 2:55
  • 5 Money 4:53
  • 6 In Her Hands 3:05
  • 7 Serious Chords 3:15
  • 8 What the Future Might Be 2:29
  • 9 Slow-Motion Slam-Dunk From the Free-Throw Line 1:38
  • 10 The Blue Sun 7:55

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