Top tracks — play these first
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Don't Upset the Rhythm (Go Baby Go) — This track combines infectious energy with a danceable beat, making it a standout hit that encapsulates the album's vibrant spirit and commercial appeal.
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Wild Young Hearts — The title track showcases the band's signature blend of playful lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, embodying the youthful exuberance that defines the album.
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24 Hours — This song presents a reflective moment within the album, balancing upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics about time and relationships, highlighting the band's lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic compositions with varied instrumentation but lacks a strong cohesive narrative.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a contrast.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.
- The instrumentation varies significantly between tracks, with some featuring prominent brass sections and others relying on electronic elements.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- short bursts of youthful energy
- danceable rhythms and catchy hooks
- upbeat tracks for social gatherings
- vibrant melodies for joyful moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- want lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, Wild Young Hearts was the Noisettes' third studio album, following their breakthrough record, What’s the Time Mr. Wolf? This album showcased a further evolution in their sound, maintaining their energetic style while exploring more polished production techniques and diverse influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Florence + the Machine· Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Every Now and Then
The bridge shifts to an unexpected perspective, revealing a sense of nostalgia and longing as it contrasts past memories with current experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sometimes 4:05
- 2 Don't Upset the Rhythm (Go Baby Go) 3:48
- 3 Wild Young Hearts 2:58
- 4 24 Hours 3:49
- 5 Every Now and Then 3:43
- 6 Beat of My Heart 3:26
- 7 Atticus 4:18
- 8 Never Forget You 3:12
- 9 So Complicated 3:09
- 10 Saturday Night 3:15
- 11 Cheap Kicks 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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