Released 20 years ago
Tired of Hanging Around
The Zutons · 2006
40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant blend of indie rock and soulful melodies, underscored by quirky lyrics and energetic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Valerie — This track stands out for its infectious melody and romantic longing, capturing the essence of The Zutons' playful yet poignant songwriting style.
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Tired of Hanging Around — The title track encapsulates the band's lively energy and distinctive sound, blending upbeat rhythms with relatable themes of frustration and desire.
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Oh Stacey (Look What You've Done!) — This song showcases the band's knack for storytelling through vivid imagery and humor, making it a memorable highlight of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy hooks and quirky lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that establishes a mid-tempo groove, followed by a shift to more upbeat tracks like 'Valerie' and 'Oh Stacey (Look What You've Done!)'.
- Several tracks feature prominent brass instrumentation, particularly in the choruses, adding a lively texture to the sound.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- catchy sing-along moments
- short, engaging tracks
- lighthearted and upbeat energy
- conversational storytelling vibes
- balanced mix of tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 17, 2006, Tired of Hanging Around is The Zutons' second studio album, following their successful debut, Who Killed...... The Zutons? This album came during a pivotal moment in their career as they sought to solidify their presence in the UK music scene and expand their fanbase after gaining initial acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Coral· Arctic Monkeys· The Fratellis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tired of Hanging Around 3:34
- 2 It's the Little Things We Do 3:07
- 3 Valerie 3:56
- 4 Someone Watching Over Me 3:34
- 5 Secrets 3:16
- 6 How Does It Feel? 3:51
- 7 Why Won't You Give Me Your Love? 3:22
- 8 Oh Stacey (Look What You've Done!) 3:29
- 9 You've Got a Friend in Me 3:57
- 10 Hello Conscience 3:27
- 11 I Know I'll Never Leave 4:58
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