Another Dawn
Tempest · 2010
47 min · 10 tracks · Celtic rock
An invigorating blend of traditional Celtic melodies and contemporary rock energy, inviting listeners to embrace adventure and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let's Live for Today — This opening track sets the tone with its upbeat rhythm and anthemic chorus, encapsulating the album's spirit of living in the moment.
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Great Departure — With its poignant lyrics and layered instrumentation, this track delves into themes of change and transition, showcasing the band's lyrical maturity.
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The Moving-on Song — This song combines a catchy melody with reflective lyrics about personal growth, making it a standout example of Tempest's songwriting prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary elements effectively, showcasing strong arrangements and distinct Celtic influences.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm in 'Let's Live for Today', establishing an energetic pace that continues through the first half.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel typical of folk music.
- The final track, 'High Rise', slows down significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's journey.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- rich storytelling through instrumentation
- uplifting anthems for road trips
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2010, Another Dawn marked Tempest's seventh studio album, showcasing their continued evolution within the Celtic rock genre. Following a steady output since their formation in 1988, this album reflects both a matured sound and the band’s commitment to blending acoustic traditions with modern influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pogues· Flogging Molly· Dropkick Murphys
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Great Departure
The narrative shifts from longing to acceptance as it reflects on leaving behind familiar places.
This transition not only highlights a pivotal emotional journey but also emphasizes the balance between nostalgia and forward movement that defines the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let's Live for Today 3:31
- 2 Verses of Grace 4:29
- 3 The New Squire 5:55
- 4 Great Departure 4:05
- 5 Never Tire of the Road 3:50
- 6 Jomfru 6:28
- 7 Dagda's Harp 6:07
- 8 The Moving-on Song 3:16
- 9 Black Jack Davy 3:11
- 10 High Rise 6:07
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