A Temporary Dive
Ane Brun · 2005
42 min · 11 tracks · folk music
A haunting blend of introspective folk melodies and emotive vocal performances that linger long after the last note fades.
Top tracks — play these first
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To Let Myself Go Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Temporary Dive — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and transition, featuring Brun's poignant vocals layered over a rich instrumental backdrop that deepens the emotional impact.
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My Lover Will Go — This song's delicate arrangement highlights Brun's ability to convey heartbreak through simple yet powerful imagery, making it one of the most memorable tracks on the album.
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The Fight Song — With its anthemic chorus and empowering lyrics, this track serves as a rallying cry for resilience, showcasing Brun's dynamic range and lyrical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
A Temporary Dive showcases strong songwriting and emotive performances, with a cohesive yet varied sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually in intensity, while the second half shifts to more subdued and reflective pieces.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The instrumentation often includes acoustic guitar and strings, creating a warm, organic sound that complements the lyrical themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate, reflective listening sessions
- steady, calming background ambiance
- gentle emotional exploration
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped establish Ane Brun's reputation in the Scandinavian music scene.
- Career context
- Released in 2005, A Temporary Dive is Ane Brun's second studio album, following her debut, Spending Time with Morgan. This album marked a significant step in her career, showcasing her growth as a songwriter and solidifying her unique sound in the folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lisa Hannigan· Sufjan Stevens· Laura Marling
Tracklist
- 1 To Let Myself Go Start here 3:19
- 2 Song No. 6 4:00
- 3 Balloon Ranger 3:16
- 4 My Lover Will Go 4:41
- 5 Temporary Dive 4:25
- 6 Laid in Earth 4:08
- 7 This Voice 2:49
- 8 Where Friend Rhymes With End 3:33
- 9 Rubber & Soul 3:11
- 10 The Fight Song 4:30
- 11 Little Lights 4:14
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