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New York Dolls
New York Dolls (1973)
Intense 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Textureharsh
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Raw, raunchy guitar-driven proto-punk with aggressive harmonica and drawled vocals. Cheap, distorted instrumentation creates an abrasive, energetic sonic assault.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsmild
Percussive Clickspresent
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundspresent
Recommended for: emotional release energy movement

A storming proto-punk cover of Bo Diddley's 1961 blues song featuring Johnny Thunders' commanding guitar work and David Johansen's harmonica.

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Moods: aggressive, cathartic, energetic, rebellious

Traditions: blues rock, proto-punk

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