Alpha
Charlotte Day Wilson · 2021
33 min · 11 tracks
A soulful blend of R&B, pop, and introspective lyrics that navigate love and self-discovery with ethereal production.
Top tracks — play these first
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Strangers — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting vocals and minimalist production, immediately drawing listeners into Wilson's world of emotional exploration.
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Keep Moving — A standout for its uplifting message and rhythmic groove, this track embodies resilience while seamlessly blending R&B with pop elements.
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Lovesick Utopia — The song captures the complexities of love through vivid imagery and relatable sentiments, showcasing Wilson's lyrical prowess and emotive delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends R&B and pop with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong production and vocal layering.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow, atmospheric track that gradually builds in intensity, leading into more rhythmically driven songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The last three tracks shift to a more introspective tone, utilizing quieter arrangements that allow for deeper lyrical exploration.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for thoughtful reflection
- intimate vibes for quiet moments
- ethereal vocals for dreamy afternoons
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party anthems
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Alpha' was released in July 2021, Charlotte Day Wilson had established herself as a rising star within the Canadian music scene, having gained recognition from her earlier EPs. This album marks her debut full-length project, showcasing her artistic evolution and solidifying her voice in the contemporary R&B genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strangers 2:05
- 2 I Can Only Whisper 2:44
- 3 If I Could 3:03
- 4 Lovesick Utopia 2:55
- 5 Mountains 4:09
- 6 Danny’s Interlude 0:34
- 7 Changes 2:58
- 8 Take Care of You 3:33
- 9 Keep Moving 4:38
- 10 Wish It Was Easy 3:12
- 11 Adam Complex 3:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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