Top tracks — play these first
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Polaris — Opening with ethereal guitar layers and haunting vocals, this track sets the tone for the entire album, showcasing Parannoul's signature atmospheric sound.
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Insomnia — This track features evocative lyrics that explore themes of restlessness and longing, capturing the listener's attention with its dynamic shifts and emotive delivery.
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We Shine at Night — With its anthemic chorus and intricate instrumental arrangement, this song encapsulates the essence of hope amidst darkness, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Sound Inside Me, Waves Inside You — This track intertwines reflective lyrics with a lush sonic landscape, inviting listeners into a contemplative space that exemplifies the album’s thematic depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends shoegaze and emo effectively, creating a distinct sound with strong atmospheric elements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a layered wall of sound that gradually introduces vocals, creating an immersive atmosphere right from the start.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that allow for atmospheric build-up before returning to lyrical content.
- The final track includes a gradual fade-out that leaves listeners in a reflective space, contrasting with the more energetic earlier songs.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- dreamy soundscapes for introspection
- patient unfolding of layered emotions
- late-night reflective journeys
- soothing ambiance for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- want upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- prefer concise song formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- After the Magic marks Parannoul's second studio album, following their debut record, To See the Next Part of the Dream, which garnered significant attention in the underground scene. By 2023, Parannoul had developed a distinct sound characterized by layered instrumentation and emotional depth, establishing themselves as a unique voice within the evolving emo and shoegaze genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lontalius· Mitski· American Football
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Polaris 4:22
- 2 Insomnia 4:49
- 3 Arrival 7:44
- 4 We Shine at Night 6:27
- 5 Parade 7:34
- 6 Sketchbook 7:02
- 7 Imagination 4:37
- 8 Sound Inside Me, Waves Inside You 5:13
- 9 Blossom 6:11
- 10 After the Magic 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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