All Visible Objects
Moby · 2020
72 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A reflective blend of ambient textures and contemplative melodies that evoke both nostalgia and hope.
Top tracks — play these first
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Morningside Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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My Only Love — This track stands out for its lush instrumentation paired with heartfelt lyrics about longing and devotion, encapsulating the album's emotional core.
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Power Is Taken — The song features an anthemic quality with its driving beat and bold message about agency and resilience, making it a rallying cry amidst uncertainty.
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Too Much Change — With its sprawling length and introspective tone, this track delves deep into themes of transition and adaptation, representing the overarching narrative of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ambient and melodic elements effectively, though it doesn't push boundaries in composition or distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering ambient textures over simple melodic lines.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal elements, but they are often treated as another layer in the instrumental fabric rather than traditional lead vocals.
- The final three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the more upbeat earlier pieces.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- reflective moments of tranquility
- introspective late-night listening
- gradual build to emotional release
- long-form exploration of themes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Moby's continued exploration of ambient sound and activism in his later career.
- Themes
- environmental concern· personal connection· social justice commentary
- Career context
- By the time Moby released All Visible Objects in May 2020, he was already a seasoned artist with a successful career spanning over two decades. This album came during a period of introspection following his 2018 release, Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt, showcasing his continuous evolution in sound while addressing personal and societal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Massive Attack· Thievery Corporation· Air
Tracklist
- 1 Morningside Start here 5:31
- 2 My Only Love 5:44
- 3 Refuge 5:44
- 4 One Last Time 5:33
- 5 Power Is Taken 5:47
- 6 Rise Up in Love 5:47
- 7 Forever 5:17
- 8 Too Much Change 9:46
- 9 Separation 6:41
- 10 Tecie 7:32
- 11 All Visible Objects 9:17
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Epoch
Tycho
Shares ambient textures and melodic simplicity, evoking tranquility and introspection.
Migration
Bonobo
Explores themes of connection and reflection with lush electronic soundscapes.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Combines personal storytelling with introspective melodies, resonating with themes of love and connection.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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