Annabel Dream Reader
The Wytches · 2014
46 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic rock
A murky blend of psychedelic rock and grunge, layering haunting melodies over gritty instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Digsaw — Opening with an infectious riff, this track sets the tone for the album's blend of darkness and melody while showcasing the band's dynamic energy.
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Fragile Male for Sale — This song captures the essence of the album's themes, intertwining biting social commentary with a catchy chorus that resonates with listeners.
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Weights and Ties — With its atmospheric build-up and introspective lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to weave emotional depth into their sound without losing intensity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends psychedelic rock and grunge effectively, showcasing strong moments but lacking overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm and layered guitars that create a dense, atmospheric sound.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Burn Out the Bruise,' which transitions from a slow build to an explosive chorus.
- The vocals often employ a haunting delivery, with reverb effects that enhance the murky quality of the 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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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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 Digsaw 3:20
- 2 Wide at Midnight 3:19
- 3 Gravedweller 2:48
- 4 Fragile Male for Sale 3:47
- 5 Burn Out the Bruise 3:14
- 6 Wire Frame Mattress 3:47
- 7 Beehive Queen 2:33
- 8 Weights and Ties 4:33
- 9 Part Time Model 3:59
- 10 Summer Again 4:48
- 11 Robe for Juda 4:25
- 12 Crying Clown 3:18
- 13 Track 13 2:51
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