You're a Woman, I'm a Machine
Death from Above 1979 · 2004
35 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
Raw, frenetic energy blends punk rock with danceable grooves, driven by heavy bass and aggressive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Romantic Rights — This track epitomizes the album's blend of aggressive punk energy and dance rhythms, featuring catchy hooks and a driving beat that captures the band's raw appeal.
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Black History Month — Challenging societal norms through its lyrics, this song showcases the band's knack for fusing thought-provoking content with infectious grooves, making it a standout track.
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You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine — The title track serves as a powerful manifesto of the album's themes, combining catchy choruses with an intense rhythm that exemplifies Death from Above 1979's signature sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw energy and unique blend of punk and dance elements create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of heavy bass lines that drive the rhythm, often overshadowing the guitar.
- Vocals are delivered in an aggressive, shouted style that complements the frenetic energy of the instrumentation.
- Tracks frequently shift dynamics, alternating between high-energy sections and brief moments of restraint, creating tension throughout.
- The running time is compact, with most tracks under three minutes, contributing to a relentless pace.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- short, punchy listening sessions
- energetic workout motivation
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- You're a Woman, I'm a Machine is Death from Above 1979's debut album, released in 2004. At this point, the duo was emerging from the Canadian indie scene, having garnered attention for their energetic live performances and unique sound that fused punk with electronic elements. This album would catapult them into the international spotlight.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dead Weather· Death Grips· Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Turn It Out 2:38
- 2 Romantic Rights 3:15
- 3 Going Steady 2:49
- 4 Go Home, Get Down 2:19
- 5 Blood on Our Hands 2:59
- 6 Black History Month 3:48
- 7 Little Girl 4:00
- 8 Cold War 2:33
- 9 You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine 2:53
- 10 Pull Out 1:50
- 11 Sexy Results 5:52
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