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Voldemort Can't Stop the Rock!

Harry and the Potters · 2004

37 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A playful blend of punk energy and whimsical storytelling, channeling teenage rebellion through the lens of wizardry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Voldemort Can't Stop the Rock — The title track exemplifies the band's ethos, merging catchy hooks with clever lyrics that humorously confront dark themes within the series.
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    Dumbledore's Army — This song captures the spirit of resistance against authority, embodying both a call to action and a celebration of camaraderie among characters.
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    Stick It to Dolores — With its direct references to a beloved character's oppressive nature, this track serves as an anthem for defiance and youthful rebellion.
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    Keeping Secrets From Me (The Angry Song) — This song effectively channels teenage angst while critiquing issues of trust and secrecy, making it relatable beyond its fantasy context.

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 album captures a unique blend of punk energy and whimsical storytelling, appealing to its niche audience.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of upbeat tempos across most tracks, with only a few slowing down for narrative moments.
  • Lyrically, the songs often reference specific characters and events from the Harry Potter series, creating a playful storytelling approach.
  • Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of punk rock shows.
  • The instrumentation relies heavily on electric guitars and driving drums, maintaining a high energy level throughout.
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 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Voldemort Can't Stop the Rock 3:05
  • 2 The Weasle 2:01
  • 3 The Missing Arm of Viktor Krum 1:54
  • 4 Fred and George 2:26
  • 5 Keeping Secrets From Me (The Angry Song) 1:44
  • 6 Cornelius Fudge Is an Ass 1:34
  • 7 Dumbledore's Army 4:56
  • 8 These Dreams Are Dark 3:16
  • 9 Stick It to Dolores 2:23
  • 10 SPEW 1:01
  • 11 The Human Hosepipe 3:33
  • 12 Luna Lovegood Is Ok 2:20
  • 13 The Godfather: Part II 2:25
  • 14 The Weapon 4:27

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