Is Wallop a good place to start with !!!?

Yes, Wallop is recommended as a starting point for new !!! listeners. A vibrant collision of dance-punk rhythms and eclectic melodies that invites listeners to move while pondering deeper themes. Wallop is !!!'s sixth studio album, released after a five-year hiatus following the critically acclaimed Thr!!!er in 2015. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new sonic landscapes while maintaining their signature energetic style, making this release a pivotal moment in their ongoing evolution.

Wallop works well if you're into infectious grooves for dancing, steady flow for social gatherings and vibrant energy throughout listening.

How many songs are on Wallop?

Wallop has 14 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Wallop

!!! · 2019

45 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant collision of dance-punk rhythms and eclectic melodies that invites listeners to move while pondering deeper themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Let It Change U Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious groove and uplifting message about embracing change, encapsulating the album's spirit.
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Couldn't Have Known — This track features layered instrumentation and introspective lyrics, reflecting on unexpected life events that resonate with listeners.
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$50 Million — With its sharp social commentary hidden beneath a danceable beat, this song critiques consumerism and wealth in contemporary society.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic dance-punk with eclectic elements, showcasing strong production and varied songwriting.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks that maintain a danceable tempo, while the second half introduces more experimental sounds and slower rhythms.
Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns, creating a dynamic interplay between the lead vocals and backing parts.
The album closes with a dub remix of one of its earlier tracks, which shifts the sonic landscape significantly compared to the preceding songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

infectious grooves for dancing
steady flow for social gatherings
vibrant energy throughout listening
pulsating rhythms for movement

Maybe skip if you

seeking quiet introspective moments
prefer slow-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a hiatus, blending genres effectively.
Themes: consumerism critique· embracing change
Career context: Wallop is !!!'s sixth studio album, released after a five-year hiatus following the critically acclaimed Thr!!!er in 2015. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new sonic landscapes while maintaining their signature energetic style, making this release a pivotal moment in their ongoing evolution.
Stylistic neighbors: LCD Soundsystem· The Rapture· Hot Chip