And So I Watch You From Afar
And So I Watch You From Afar · 2009
64 min · 11 tracks · post-rock
A soaring blend of intricate guitar melodies and dynamic rhythms that push the boundaries of post-rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Set Guitars to Kill — Opening with an explosive energy, this track establishes the band's signature sound with its intricate guitar interplay and relentless rhythm.
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Clench Fists, Grit Teeth… Go! — This track exemplifies the band's ability to build tension through dynamic shifts, combining aggressive riffs with moments of reflective calm.
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Don’t Waste Time Doing Things You Hate — Its anthemic quality encapsulates the album's overarching themes of empowerment and urgency, featuring a climactic build-up that leaves a lasting impact.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate compositions and strong execution, establishing a distinct sound within post-rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features rapid guitar riffs and complex drumming, setting an intense tone.
- Each track typically builds from a quiet introduction to a climactic peak, often employing dynamic shifts in volume and tempo.
- Several tracks feature interlocking guitar melodies that create a layered sound, while the rhythm section maintains a driving pulse throughout.
- The final track gradually fades out with a sustained note, leaving a lingering sense of resolution.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- explosive peaks and dynamic valleys
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- cathartic release through instrumentation
- energizing backdrop for creative work
- intense crescendos that demand attention
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- This self-titled debut album from And So I Watch You From Afar, released in January 2009, marked their entry into the music scene after forming in 2005. Their energetic sound and instrumental prowess quickly set them apart during the late 2000s post-rock revival, capturing both critical and audience attention early on.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Explosions in the Sky· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· This Will Destroy You
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Set Guitars to Kill 5:29
- 2 A Little Bit of Solidarity Goes a Long Way 3:25
- 3 Clench Fists, Grit Teeth… Go! 6:19
- 4 I Capture Castles 7:17
- 5 Start a Band 4:53
- 6 Tip of the Hat, Punch in the Face 4:21
- 7 If It Ain’t Broke… Break It 6:21
- 8 TheseRIOTSareJUSTtheBEGINNING 4:48
- 9 Don’t Waste Time Doing Things You Hate 7:31
- 10 The Voiceless 6:27
- 11 Eat the City, Eat It Whole 7:45
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