Angel Miners & The Lightning Riders
Awolnation · 2020
39 min · 10 tracks · electronic rock
A dynamic blend of electronic rock infused with introspective lyrics and anthemic choruses that define Awolnation's signature sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Best Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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California Halo Blue — This track stands out with its vivid imagery and emotional weight, encapsulating themes of longing and connection against a backdrop of atmospheric soundscapes.
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Mayday!!! Fiesta Fever — An energetic anthem that combines infectious rhythms with urgent lyrics, reflecting a sense of chaos and celebration that resonates throughout the album.
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I'm a Wreck — This song features raw vulnerability in its lyrics paired with a driving beat, illustrating the struggle between personal turmoil and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic contrasts but lacks a strong cohesive flow, making it engaging yet uneven.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, but the tempo fluctuates significantly across the following tracks.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and anthemic choruses, creating a dynamic contrast between verses and choruses.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo, incorporating more introspective lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation.
- 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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5/10
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
- steady mid-tempo groove
- introspective themes of resilience
- uplifting moments of connection
- for road trip vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced energy
- seek standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — This album showcases Awolnation's signature sound but isn't a standout entry point or breakthrough.
- Themes
- California sunsets· digital chaos· personal turmoil
- Career context
- Released in 2020, 'Angel Miners & The Lightning Riders' is Awolnation's third studio album, following the commercially successful 'Run' from 2015. At this point in their career, the band was exploring a more expansive sound while facing changes in the music landscape marked by a growing focus on digital streaming.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Imagine Dragons· Bastille· X Ambassadors
Tracklist
- 1 The Best Start here 3:43
- 2 Slam (Angel Miners) 4:48
- 3 Mayday!!! Fiesta Fever 3:42
- 4 Lightning Riders 3:50
- 5 California Halo Blue 3:53
- 6 Radical 3:38
- 7 Battered, Black & Blue (Hole in My Heart) 3:15
- 8 Pacific Coast Highway in the Movies 3:55
- 9 Half Italian 4:23
- 10 I’m a Wreck 4:11
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A Moment Apart
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Combines electronic elements with emotive melodies, creating a dynamic atmosphere that resonates with personal turmoil.
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