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What a weird, scuzzy, reactionary minor masterpiece. A fantastic, if somewhat bold, followup to their commercial breakthrough that, in the right ways, rejects the polish of what made California a big hit. Most importantly, it maintains what made Phantom Planet so sweet in the first place. Sharp, punchy, sweet but never saccharine, power-pop with some well needed muscle, punch and spice. Aged really well.
Phantom Planet - Phantom Planet (2004)
A greatly underrated and underappreciated record from a band that is probably seen as a one hit wonder ("California") for most. I've been returning to this one on and off for almost two decades now and for some reason I keep coming back to it. Very consistent, engaging and energetic throughout it's brisk 35 minute duration.
The Happy Ending - 80 ☆
Badd Business - 81 ☆
Big Brat - 80 ☆
1st Things 1st - 80 ☆
Making A Killing - 78
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i like an album that starts off with an ending. i also like the line of thought that jumps between all the songs, emphasizing the passing of time and love.
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Track List
| 1 | The Happy Ending 3:18 | |
| 2 | Badd Business 2:16 | |
| 3 | Big Brat 3:21 | 94 |
| 4 | 1st Things 1st 2:51 | |
| 5 | Making a Killing 2:40 | |
| 6 | You're Not Welcome Here 3:27 | |
| 7 | By the Bed 3:41 | 88 |
| 8 | Knowitall 4:01 | |
| 9 | Jabberjaw 3:13 | 93 |
| 10 | After Hours 2:44 | |
| 11 | The Meantime 3:45 |
Total Length: 35 minutes
