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Avalanche

Quadron · 2013

36 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

Lush synth textures intertwine with soulful vocals, creating a dreamy landscape of introspective indie pop.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hey Love — This track exemplifies the album's blend of emotive lyrics and smooth production, highlighting the duo's ability to create memorable melodies that linger long after listening.
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    Crush — With its infectious groove and playful lyrics, 'Crush' captures the essence of youthful infatuation, making it one of the most relatable tracks on the album.
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    Avalanche — 'Avalanche' serves as a stunning closer that encapsulates the emotional depth of the album, weaving together haunting vocals and intricate instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100
Foothills
Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

Avalanche blends electronic and soulful elements effectively but lacks some depth in songwriting and cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that build on lush synth layers, while the second half shifts to more stripped-down arrangements, highlighting vocal harmonies.
  • Each track typically features a consistent rhythmic pulse, with many songs incorporating syncopated beats that create a laid-back groove.
  • Several songs use extended instrumental sections, allowing for atmospheric build-ups before returning to the vocal lines.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • It's Gonna Get You

    The bridge shifts from a reflective tone to an urgent plea, as if warning against inevitable change.

    This moment creates a sense of tension by contrasting vulnerability with an assertive proclamation, showcasing the duality present throughout the album.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 LFT 3:30
  • 2 Favorite Star 3:21
  • 3 Hey Love 3:24
  • 4 Crush 3:44
  • 5 Befriend 4:17
  • 6 Neverland 3:39
  • 7 It's Gonna Get You 3:27
  • 8 Better Off 4:25
  • 9 Sea Salt 3:09
  • 10 Avalanche 3:45

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