What makes This Is Our Vice by Cub Sport notable?

This Is Our Vice received critical acclaim upon release, earning praise from outlets like NME and The Guardian for its authentic exploration of identity and relationships. The album's success helped solidify Cub Sport's presence in the indie pop landscape, influencing subsequent Australian artists exploring similar themes. Released as Cub Sport's debut studio album, This Is Our Vice marked a significant leap for the band following their earlier EPs. By 2016, they had established themselves within the Australian independent music scene, blending personal narratives with a polished pop sound.

Who is This Is Our Vice for?

This Is Our Vice works well if you're into introspective moments of self-reflection, short bursts of emotional release and playful yet poignant lyrical themes.

How many songs are on This Is Our Vice?

This Is Our Vice has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

This Is Our Vice

Cub Sport · 2016

37 min · 11 tracks · independent music

Eclectic pop melodies intertwine with candid lyrics, creating an emotionally charged atmosphere that captures both euphoria and vulnerability.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sun — The opening track sets a bright yet introspective tone, seamlessly introducing listeners to the album's blend of uplifting sounds and poignant reflections on love and self-acceptance.
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Come on Mess Me Up — This track stands out for its infectious chorus and candid lyrics about embracing chaos in relationships, encapsulating the album's exploration of vulnerability amidst emotional upheaval.
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I Don’t Love My Baby — With its catchy hook and raw honesty, this track examines complex feelings surrounding love and attachment, showcasing the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional themes.
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Vice — The title track serves as a reflective centerpiece of the album, addressing personal struggles with addiction and desire while maintaining an anthemic quality that resonates with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album balances catchy melodies with personal lyrics, though its flow feels uneven at times.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that gradually shift to more introspective themes in the latter half.
Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

introspective moments of self-reflection
short bursts of emotional release
playful yet poignant lyrical themes
suitable for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you

seekers of long epics
prefer aggressive high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released as Cub Sport's debut studio album, This Is Our Vice marked a significant leap for the band following their earlier EPs. By 2016, they had established themselves within the Australian independent music scene, blending personal narratives with a polished pop sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Muna· Troye Sivan· Shura