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What Men Deserve to Lose

Peatbog Faeries · 2007

49 min · 10 tracks · Celtic fusion

Energetic Celtic rhythms intermingle with contemporary influences, creating a vibrant soundscape that invites both dancing and reflection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Invergarry Blues — This track exemplifies the band's blend of traditional melodies with contemporary arrangements, featuring intricate instrumentation that showcases each member's musicianship.
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    There's a Girl Behind the Bar Who Thinks She's Garbo — With its catchy hooks and lively tempo, this song illustrates the playful storytelling that characterizes much of Peatbog Faeries' work while remaining danceable.
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    Still Drunk in the Morning — This track balances reflective lyrics with upbeat rhythms, creating a juxtaposition that highlights the band's lyrical depth alongside their energetic performance style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic Celtic rhythms with contemporary influences, showcasing strong arrangements and a distinct sound.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced reel that sets a lively tone, followed by tracks that alternate between upbeat instrumentals and more reflective pieces.
  • Several tracks feature intricate arrangements with layers of traditional instruments like fiddles and bagpipes, creating a rich tapestry of sound.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a more introspective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Locks & Rocks Reel 5:09
  • 2 The Invergarry Blues 3:47
  • 3 Jason's Famous Banjo 3:58
  • 4 There's a Girl Behind the Bar Who Thinks She's Garbo 5:55
  • 5 Sudden Dilemma 5:57
  • 6 Friend of Crazy Joe 5:40
  • 7 Dr. Gig 4:24
  • 8 Still Drunk in the Morning 5:20
  • 9 Ramasaig 4:46
  • 10 Nyup 4:18

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