Tin Planet
Space · 1998
49 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
Eclectic melodies and quirky lyrics collide within a vibrant tapestry of alternative rock, capturing the spirit of late '90s British music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Avenging Angels — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and satirical lyrics, encapsulating the album's playful yet poignant tone.
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The Ballad of Tom Jones — Integrating a narrative style with a catchy hook, this song cleverly references celebrity culture while showcasing the band's knack for storytelling.
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Bad Days — With its upbeat tempo juxtaposed against darker themes, this track highlights Space's talent for blending contrasting emotions in their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends eclectic melodies with quirky lyrics, showcasing inventive songwriting but lacks strong cohesion in its latter half.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected instrumental breaks.
- The track 'The Ballad of Tom Jones' features a prominent use of horns and layered vocals, creating a distinct sound that stands out from other tracks.
- 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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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
- whimsical narratives with playful twists
- steady mid-tempo for easy listening
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- light-hearted tracks for upbeat moods
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of intense emotional depth
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Tin Planet is Space's second album, following their debut, Spiders. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique blend of pop-rock and experimental sounds while navigating the mainstream UK music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· Ride· Lush
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Begin Again 3:11
- 2 Avenging Angels 3:00
- 3 The Ballad of Tom Jones 4:11
- 4 1 O’Clock 4:05
- 5 Be There 2:49
- 6 The Man 3:53
- 7 A Liddle Biddy Help From Elvis 3:28
- 8 The Unluckiest Man in the World 3:25
- 9 Piggies 3:15
- 10 Bad Days 3:25
- 11 There’s No You 3:46
- 12 Disco Dolly 3:52
- 13 [silence] 0:04
- 14 Fran in Japan 7:16
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