Vikings
New Politics · 2015
44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alt-rock energy with anthemic hooks and playful lyricism that encapsulates youthful rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Everywhere I Go (Kings and Queens) — This track serves as the album's lead single, featuring an infectious chorus that captures the spirit of freedom and adventure, resonating well with audiences.
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West End Kids — With its driving rhythm and youth-centric themes, this song embodies the carefree attitude of urban life, making it relatable to young listeners.
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Girl Crush — This track showcases a softer side of the band with emotional depth, illustrating vulnerability through its narrative about longing and desire.
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Lovers in a Song — A standout track that combines melodic elements with poignant lyrics about love's complexities, highlighting the band’s versatility in songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic tracks with engaging hooks but lacks depth for long-term listening.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the fourth track introduces a softer, more melodic approach.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the sense of engagement and participation.
- The album closes with a gradual decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective finish after the energetic opening.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- anthemic hooks for sing-alongs
- youthful rebellion and playfulness
- short bursts of energetic fun
- invigorating tracks for group settings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective pieces
- want complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2015, New Politics released 'Vikings' as their third studio album, following the success of their self-titled debut and the sophomore album 'A Bad Girl in Harlem.' This release showcased the band's evolution into a more polished sound while maintaining their signature high-energy style, solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Walk the Moon· Panic! at the Disco· The Maine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Everywhere I Go (Kings and Queens) 3:25
- 2 West End Kids 3:32
- 3 Girl Crush 2:54
- 4 Lovers in a Song 3:11
- 5 15 Dreams 3:04
- 6 50 Feet Tall 3:30
- 7 Pretend We’re in a Movie 3:15
- 8 Loyalties Among Thieves 3:12
- 9 Stardust 3:40
- 10 Aristocrat 3:16
- 11 Strings Attached 11:55
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