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Vampire Fitness

Katya Zamolodchikova · 2020

18 min · 5 tracks

A playful blend of electro-pop beats and humorous lyrics that challenges norms while inviting listeners to dance.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Come in Brazil — This track opens the album with infectious energy and a cheeky invitation that sets the tone for the playful discourse throughout the record.
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    Ding Dong! — With its catchy hook and humorous take on mortality, this track exemplifies Katya’s knack for blending comedy and catchy pop elements seamlessly.
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    Be Your Own Dentist — This standout track combines introspective lyrics with an upbeat tempo, encouraging self-empowerment while maintaining the album's signature quirkiness.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP combines humor and catchy beats effectively, making it enjoyable but not deeply complex.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a strong electro-pop beat that sets a danceable tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
  • Each song features playful lyrics that often employ humor and camp, creating a consistent thematic presence.
  • The EP concludes with a track that shifts to a more introspective tone, contrasting with the upbeat nature of the previous songs.
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
7/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick, catchy listening bursts
  • playful and humorous vibes
  • light-hearted background enjoyment
  • short, engaging tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in late 2020, Vampire Fitness marked Katya Zamolodchikova's foray into music following her rise to fame as a drag performer and reality TV star. This album came three years after her debut single, positioning her as an artist willing to explore new creative territories beyond her initial television success.
Stylistic neighbors
Tove Lo· Charli XCX· Sophie

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Be Your Own Dentist

    The writing shifts from whimsical advice to a more serious note about self-care and personal responsibility.

    The juxtaposition of humor against a poignant theme of self-reliance elevates the message, showcasing Katya's ability to balance levity with deeper reflection.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Come in Brazil 3:07
  • 2 ГЛАЗ 2:43
  • 3 Ding Dong! 2:51
  • 4 Ravioli 2:24
  • 5 Be Your Own Dentist 6:53

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata