Starpower

Sonic Youth
EVOL (1986)
Intense 140 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features drony vocals over screeching guitar dissonance and experimental noise rock structures that shift unpredictably, creating a disorienting sensory experience. Alternates between somber pop-like elements and abrasive, uncontainable sonic explorations.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Alternative rock track from Sonic Youth's 1986 album EVOL, characterized by Kim Gordon's drony vocals on Thurston Moore's lyrics, blending no wave noise with emerging alternative structures.

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Moods: intense, rebellious, reflective

Traditions: alternative rock, no wave, noise rock

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