Astoria
Marianas Trench · 2015
57 min · 17 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant blend of theatrical pop rock infused with emotional storytelling and lush instrumental arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Burning Up — This track showcases the band's knack for catchy hooks and engaging lyrics, exemplifying their ability to blend emotion with upbeat energy.
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Dearly Departed — A standout ballad that explores themes of loss and longing, featuring powerful vocal performances and intricate harmonies that highlight the band's artistry.
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Wildfire — With its anthemic chorus and infectious rhythm, this track encapsulates the album's overall energy while addressing themes of passion and urgency.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Astoria showcases strong songwriting and production but has moments that feel less cohesive.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered harmonies and a gradual build-up, setting a theatrical tone.
- Several tracks employ dynamic shifts, moving from soft verses to explosive choruses, particularly evident in 'This Means War' and 'Shut Up and Kiss Me'.
- The last three tracks create a reflective atmosphere, with slower tempos and introspective lyrics that contrast with the earlier energy.
- 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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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
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- theatrical moments for immersive listening
- engaging narrative throughout the album
- for late-night reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Astoria marks Marianas Trench's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of Ever After in 2011. By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the Canadian pop rock scene, showcasing a matured sound while still embracing their signature theatricality and high production values.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Panic! at the Disco· All Time Low· Fall Out Boy
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dearly Departed
The verse directly confronts unresolved feelings about a lost relationship, employing vivid imagery to evoke nostalgia and regret.
By using striking metaphors to depict memories intertwined with pain, the writing deepens the emotional impact of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Astoria 6:58
- 2 Burning Up 4:06
- 3 Yesterday 4:14
- 4 One Love 4:01
- 5 August Burns Red 0:46
- 6 This Means War 3:25
- 7 Hospital Bells 0:39
- 8 Dearly Departed 4:19
- 9 Hollywood Renaissance 1:09
- 10 Shut Up and Kiss Me 3:13
- 11 Who Do You Love 3:52
- 12 Never Say Die 0:30
- 13 Wildfire 4:05
- 14 While We’re Young 4:01
- 15 Forget Me Not 3:48
- 16 And Straight on Til Morning 0:35
- 17 End of an Era 7:40
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