Underneath the Rainbow
Black Lips · 2014
34 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A raucous blend of garage rock and psychedelic influences delivered with a carefree, lo-fi swagger.
Top tracks — play these first
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Drive by Buddy — This track opens the album with a punchy riff and catchy chorus, encapsulating the raw energy characteristic of Black Lips while introducing listeners to their playful yet reflective lyrical style.
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Dorner Party — Named after an infamous figure, this song combines dark humor with infectious melodies, showcasing the band's knack for blending serious themes with upbeat instrumentation.
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I Don’t Wanna Go Home — Closing out the album, this track balances a sense of longing with a carefree vibe, exemplifying the dichotomy present throughout the record and leaving a lasting impression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting with varied tempos but lacks deep cohesion and lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a fast tempo with driving rhythms, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective tracks.
- Several songs feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of unpredictability in the flow.
- The vocal delivery often alternates between melodic singing and shouted phrases, emphasizing the punk energy throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- short bursts of energetic fun
- carefree anthems for gatherings
- playful vibes for sunny days
- quick tracks for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep, reflective experiences
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Underneath the Rainbow is the Black Lips' sixth studio album, following their acclaimed 2009 release, 200 Million Thousand. At this stage in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for energetic live performances and irreverent songwriting while continuing to evolve their sound with more polished production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard· The Black Angels
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drive by Buddy 2:46
- 2 Smiling 2:10
- 3 Make You Mine 2:19
- 4 Funny 2:59
- 5 Dorner Party 2:38
- 6 Justice After All 2:30
- 7 Boys in the Wood 3:37
- 8 Waiting 3:36
- 9 Do the Vibrate 2:31
- 10 I Don’t Wanna Go Home 3:08
- 11 Dandelion Dust 2:29
- 12 Dog Years 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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