Unsound
Mission of Burma · 2012
34 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant collision of angular melodies and frenetic energy, embodying punk's restless spirit with a modern twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dust Devil — This opener sets the tone with its urgent rhythms and jagged guitar riffs, encapsulating the album's energetic essence right from the start.
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Semi-Pseudo-Sort-Of Plan — The track features intricate arrangements and sharp lyrics that reflect the band's continued exploration of complexity within punk music.
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Part the Sea — With its dynamic shifts and poignant lyrical themes, this song exemplifies the band’s maturity while retaining their signature sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk elements with angular melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, creating a sense of unpredictability and urgency throughout the record.
- The use of dissonant chords and angular melodies is prevalent, giving the music a jagged texture that aligns with punk's aesthetic.
- 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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6/10
- 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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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frantic bursts of energy
- short tracks for quick listening
- playful chaos with angular melodies
- invigorating sound for active moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- seek smooth, consistent pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 'Unsound' is Mission of Burma's fourth studio album, released after their reunion in 2002 which revitalized their presence in the punk rock scene. The band had previously disbanded in 1983, making this album significant as it showcases their evolution while retaining the raw energy that defined their early work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wire· Sonic Youth· The Fall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dust Devil 1:57
- 2 Semi-Pseudo-Sort-Of Plan 4:13
- 3 Sectionals in Mourning 2:58
- 4 This Is Hi-Fi 3:30
- 5 Second Television 3:39
- 6 Part the Sea 3:09
- 7 Fell-->H2O 3:53
- 8 Add in Unison 4:06
- 9 7's 2:11
- 10 What They Tell Me 2:35
- 11 Opener 2:16
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