A Hundred Times or More
Phosphorescent · 2003
58 min · 10 tracks
A haunting blend of folk and indie rock, layered with introspective lyrics and melancholic melodies that linger long after the last note.
Top tracks — play these first
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Salt & Blues — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its reflective lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation, showcasing Houck's signature vocal style and lyrical depth.
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How Far We All Come Away — This song captures a sense of longing and nostalgia, with poignant imagery that resonates deeply throughout its progression, making it a standout moment in the album.
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Pretty, Part 2 — With an expansive runtime, this track evolves through rich instrumentation and emotional weight, encapsulating the album's exploration of beauty and impermanence.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and atmospheric arrangements, making it a notable entry in the alt-country scene.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered instrumentation, with acoustic guitars and subtle strings creating a rich backdrop for the vocals.
- Tracks often shift dynamics, with several songs starting softly and building to more intense climaxes, particularly evident in 'How Far We All Come Away'.
- The lyrics are introspective and narrative-driven, often exploring themes of longing and reflection, which are prominent throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies that linger
- introspective moments for reflection
- slow-building emotional resonance
- quiet contemplation on rainy days
- sustained listening for deep dives
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, A Hundred Times or More was Phosphorescent's second album, following their debut, The Weight of Flight. At this point in their career, frontman Matthew Houck was still establishing his sound, experimenting with arrangements that combined traditional folk elements with a modern indie sensibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fleet Foxes· Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Salt & Blues 6:32
- 2 Where to Strip 6:14
- 3 Bullet 6:29
- 4 Little, Part 1 1:31
- 5 Little, Part 2 5:37
- 6 How Far We All Come Away 4:27
- 7 Remain 6:00
- 8 Last of the Hand-Me-Downs 6:10
- 9 Pretty, Part 1 2:22
- 10 Pretty, Part 2 13:26
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