Uncanney Valley
The Dismemberment Plan · 2013
37 min · 10 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant mix of punk energy and introspective lyrics, blending jagged rhythms with melodic hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Invisible — This track captures the essence of the album’s reflective nature, combining sharp instrumentation with poignant explorations of personal isolation.
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White Collar White Trash — The song critiques social status and class struggle, effectively illustrating the band's ability to merge incisive commentary with catchy melodies.
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Mexico City Christmas — A standout for its evocative storytelling, this track contrasts holiday cheer with a sense of longing and nostalgia, showcasing lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines punk energy with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong writing and production choices.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a reflective tone, followed by a series of songs that gradually increase in energy.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Invisible' which shifts from a slow build to an energetic climax.
- The lyrics often juxtapose personal introspection with broader social commentary, particularly evident in 'White Collar White Trash'.
- The final track ends on a subdued note, contrasting with the more energetic preceding songs and providing a sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No One's Saying Nothing 3:29
- 2 Waiting 2:49
- 3 Invisible 3:38
- 4 White Collar White Trash 3:41
- 5 Living in Song 2:45
- 6 Lookin' 5:20
- 7 Daddy Was a Real Good Dancer 3:36
- 8 Mexico City Christmas 4:22
- 9 Go and Get It 4:00
- 10 Let's Just Go to the Dogs Tonight 3:51
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