Interpol
Interpol lives in the middle ground — 23 moderate songs that balance intensity with control. 3 songs where they let go completely.
Across the 26 Interpol songs we've measured, intensity averages 53/100 — more charged than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Anywhere (the calmest here, 41) to Obstacle 1 (the most charged, 75), with layered textures most common and a mix of the expected and the surprising. It spans 2002–2018.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Obstacle 1.
The songs that hit hardest
The controlled burn
Frequently asked about Interpol
Answered from our measurements of every song above.
What is the most intense Interpol song?
Of the 26 Interpol songs we've measured, “Obstacle 1” scores highest at 75/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest Interpol song?
“Anywhere” measures gentlest at 41/100. It runs 120 BPM. The songs here span 41–75 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is Interpol overall?
Interpol averages 53/100 intensity across 26 measured songs — more charged than the 46/100 average across our whole catalog.
What is the average tempo of Interpol?
The Interpol songs we've measured average about 120 BPM — upbeat.
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