What makes Yours as Fast as Mine by The Main Drag notable?

The album is notable for its unique sound that contributed to the early 2000s indie pop revival, earning praise from music critics and fans alike. It has been influential within underground music circles, often cited for its inventive melodies and lyrical depth. Released as The Main Drag's debut album, Yours as Fast as Mine marked the band's emergence in the indie pop scene amidst a growing interest in DIY recordings. At this point, they were establishing their identity following the formation of the band in 2005 and building on local acclaim.

How many songs are on Yours as Fast as Mine?

Yours as Fast as Mine has 11 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Yours as Fast as Mine

The Main Drag · 2007

45 min · 11 tracks · indie pop

An eclectic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant yet melancholic indie pop soundscape.

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How We'd Look on Paper — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and playful yet contemplative lyrics about self-perception and relationships.
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A Jagged Gorgeous Winter — This song showcases the band's lyrical ingenuity, weaving vivid imagery with infectious melodies, making it a standout example of their signature style.
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Love During Wartime — Blending upbeat instrumentation with darker thematic undertones, this track exemplifies the band's ability to juxtapose humor and seriousness effectively.
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What's Your Favorite Dinosaur? — This track captures the band's quirky charm through playful lyrics while maintaining an engaging melody that resonates with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong melodies and varied tempos but lacks the depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The album opens with a bright, jangly guitar riff that sets a lively tone, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective themes.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'A Jagged Gorgeous Winter' and 'Love During Wartime'.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion that contrasts with the earlier energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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 How We'd Look on Paper 4:31
2 Swine Houses 4:12
3 A Jagged Gorgeous Winter 3:51
4 Love During Wartime 4:07
5 Car Windows 3:27
6 Montana 3:25
7 What's Your Favorite Dinosaur? 3:26
8 Dove Nets 2:53
9 Taking Apart a Gigantic Machine 4:54
10 Even Seconds 4:51
11 Goodnight Technologist 5:25

What to play next

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