Who's Sorry Now?
Babyland · 1995
49 min · 9 tracks
A frenetic blend of industrial punk and electronic noise that captures the chaotic spirit of the 90s underground scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cancer Beat — This track stands out for its relentless rhythm and biting lyrics that tackle themes of mortality and societal indifference, encapsulating the album's overall tone.
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A Slow News Day — The song uses a driving beat and jarring instrumentation to critique media saturation, making it a powerful commentary on contemporary culture.
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Begin Again — 'Begin Again' serves as an epic closure to the album, combining eerie soundscapes with introspective lyrics that reflect on rebirth and renewal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic energy and experimental approach mark it as a notable entry in the post-industrial genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more experimental sounds.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes and dissonant harmonies, creating a sense of chaos that reflects the industrial punk aesthetic.
- Vocals are often delivered in a shouted style, layered over dense electronic textures and aggressive percussion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
- steady progression towards climax
- sardonic commentary on modern life
- frenetic energy for focused work
- engaging narrative through each track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike lyrical depth and nuance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Who's Sorry Now? marked Babyland's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the acclaimed record, The Finger. At this point, they were solidifying their unique sound that blended punk energy with experimental electronics, gaining a foothold in the underground music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Locust· Lightning Bolt· Hella
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lukewarm 3:21
- 2 A Slow News Day 3:11
- 3 Happy Drum 5:25
- 4 He Will Not Forgive 5:41
- 5 Form 95B 6:37
- 6 The Door Northern 5:38
- 7 We Don't Know 4:51
- 8 Cancer Beat 5:06
- 9 Begin Again 9:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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