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iamthemorning · 2012

57 min · 18 tracks · indie rock

Ethereal harmonies intertwine with delicate piano arrangements, crafting a dreamlike soundscape that evokes both introspection and wonder.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Inside — This track captures the essence of the album with its haunting melodies and intricate arrangements, showcasing the band's ability to blend classical influences with modern rock.
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    Monsters — The emotional depth of this song is striking, as it confronts themes of inner turmoil through powerful vocal delivery and rich instrumentation.
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    Scotland — With its evocative lyrics and lush soundscapes, this track stands out by painting vivid imagery that transports listeners to its titular landscape.
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    Would This Be — This song exemplifies the band's lyrical introspection, as it questions existence and relationships against a backdrop of soaring harmonies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's unique structure and ethereal sound create a cohesive yet complex listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The album features seven intermissions that serve as brief pauses between the main tracks, creating a sense of flow and continuity.
  • Tracks often blend ethereal vocals with intricate piano arrangements, allowing for a dynamic interplay between melody and harmony.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 ~ [Intermission I] 2:48
  • 2 Inside 4:15
  • 3 Burn 4:39
  • 4 Circles 3:18
  • 5 ~ [Intermission II] 0:51
  • 6 Weather Changing 3:04
  • 7 ~ [Intermission III] 0:48
  • 8 Scotland 3:52
  • 9 Touching II 4:03
  • 10 ~ [Intermission IV] 0:47
  • 11 Monsters 3:58
  • 12 Serenade 2:27
  • 13 ~ [Intermission V] 0:55
  • 14 Would This Be 4:20
  • 15 ~ [Intermission VI] 1:46
  • 16 I.B. Too 11:41
  • 17 ~ [Intermission VII] 1:07
  • 18 afis 2:58

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