Warning Device
Teenage Bottlerocket · 2008
27 min · 13 tracks · punk rock
Raw melodies and energetic riffs collide in a celebration of youthful angst and rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bottlerocket — This opening track sets the tone with its frenetic energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating the band's signature sound and ethos right from the start.
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In the Basement — This song showcases witty storytelling paired with a driving beat, reflecting the everyday struggles and humor found in adolescent life.
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Social Life — With its punchy instrumentation and relatable lyrics about navigating social dynamics, this track highlights the band's ability to blend humor with punk rock energy.
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Totally Stupid — This track exemplifies Teenage Bottlerocket's playful side while tackling themes of youthful recklessness, making it an anthem for those feeling out of place.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic riffs and catchy choruses define this punk rock album, though it lacks deeper cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo with fast-paced tracks, while the second half introduces slower songs that create a contrast.
- The instrumentation primarily consists of distorted guitars and driving drums, creating a raw and energetic sound characteristic of punk rock.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bottlerocket 0:51
- 2 In the Basement 1:56
- 3 Gave You My Heart 2:21
- 4 She’s Not the One 2:08
- 5 Pacemaker 2:29
- 6 Social Life 1:58
- 7 Welcome to the Nuthouse 1:46
- 8 Anna’s Song 2:06
- 9 On My Own 2:40
- 10 Totally Stupid 2:18
- 11 Crawling Back to You 2:26
- 12 Warning Device 2:29
- 13 Wasting Time 2:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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