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Ultra Panic

MU330 · 2002

33 min · 17 tracks · punk rock

A frenetic blend of punk energy and sharp humor, encapsulating youthful angst in short, punchy tracks.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Tell Another One — This track showcases the band's signature blend of humor and introspection, deftly mixing catchy melodies with incisive lyrics about social interactions.
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    KKK Hiway — A provocative title paired with a driving rhythm makes this track stand out; it critiques societal issues while maintaining an upbeat tempo that's emblematic of the band's style.
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    My Gun Is Broken — This song captures a sense of disillusionment wrapped in clever wordplay, illustrating how MU330 balances serious themes with their trademark punk rock energy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album delivers energetic punk tracks with humorous lyrics but lacks standout compositions that elevate it further.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate humor in their lyrics, often juxtaposing serious themes with playful wordplay.
  • The instrumentation is characterized by rapid tempos and energetic guitar riffs, maintaining a consistent punk rock sound throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Tell Another One

    The moment shifts from light-hearted banter to a more reflective tone as the protagonist confronts their own shortcomings.

    This transition enhances the narrative depth, demonstrating how humor can serve as a vehicle for deeper self-exploration.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Raw Fish 1:33
  • 2 Tell Another One 2:34
  • 3 Lied To 1:20
  • 4 Oh My God 1:46
  • 5 KKK Hiway 0:41
  • 6 Serious 1:51
  • 7 Hey Now 2:50
  • 8 Speedbump 2:59
  • 9 My Gun Is Broken 3:26
  • 10 Let Go Again 2:15
  • 11 Deeper 2:33
  • 12 I Could Wait 1:59
  • 13 Hi My Name Is John 0:45
  • 14 These Rocks Have Energy 2:12
  • 15 Please Spare the Jokes 0:51
  • 16 Dropping the Ball 1:46
  • 17 You Win Again 2:16

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