Alice Glass (EP)
Alice Glass · 2017
18 min · 6 tracks · electronic music
Dark electronic soundscapes intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics that traverse themes of pain and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Without Love — Opening the EP, this track sets a haunting tone with its blend of ethereal synths and emotionally charged vocal delivery, encapsulating the album's exploration of heartbreak.
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Blood Oath — This track stands out with its pulsating beats and aggressive lyrics, expressing a powerful declaration of self-identity and reclaiming personal agency.
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White Lies — With its stark contrast between delicate melodies and hard-hitting themes, this song articulates a struggle against deception and confronts painful truths in relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP combines dark electronic soundscapes with personal lyrics, showcasing strong production and emotional resonance.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a haunting synth line that sets a dark tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Each song features layered electronic textures, often building to a climax before dropping back to minimal arrangements.
- Vocals are delivered in a raw, confessional style, with lyrics that reflect personal struggles and resilience.
- The final track concludes with an extended ambient outro, creating a sense of closure while leaving lingering emotional weight.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intense emotional catharsis
- brief yet impactful listening
- dark reflective moments
- raw confessions of resilience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, lighthearted themes
- seek lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Alice Glass's debut solo EP follows her departure from the influential band Crystal Castles, marking a significant shift in her artistic identity. Released in early 2017, this project allowed her to explore personal narratives and sonic experimentation outside the band's shadow, establishing her as a formidable solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Grimes· Zola Jesus· Crystal Castles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Without Love 3:55
- 2 Forgiveness 3:11
- 3 Natural Selection 2:22
- 4 White Lies 2:58
- 5 Blood Oath 3:05
- 6 The Altar 2:38
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