Almost and Always
David Mead · 2009
43 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A tender blend of introspective lyrics and melodic pop, infused with a warm, acoustic sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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Little Boats — The song features a whimsical narrative that captures the essence of longing and nostalgia, showcasing Mead's skill at blending storytelling with melody.
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Mojave Phone Booth — This track stands out for its vivid imagery and emotional resonance, as it explores themes of isolation and connection through metaphorical landscapes.
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Almost and Always — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of love and vulnerability, presenting a poignant reflection on relationships that feels both intimate and universal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and emotional depth, with effective pacing and arrangement throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album's closing track features a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of resolution and reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rainy Weather Friend 3:41
- 2 Little Boats 2:48
- 3 Blackberry Winters 3:40
- 4 Mojave Phone Booth 3:41
- 5 Twenty Girls Ago 4:26
- 6 From My Window Sill 2:45
- 7 Sicily 3:05
- 8 Gramercy Vaudeville 3:09
- 9 Last Train Home 3:53
- 10 Almost and Always 2:47
- 11 Love Don't Leave Me Now 1:50
- 12 Sleeping in Saturday 3:59
- 13 Home 3:41
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