AVĪCI (01)
Avicii · 2017
21 min · 7 tracks · electronic dance music
A vibrant blend of heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies, capturing the essence of electronic dance music's emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lonely Together Start here — This collaboration with Rita Ora combines a catchy melody with poignant lyrics about love and loneliness, encapsulating the emotional core of the album.
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Without You — Featuring an uplifting vocal performance by Sandro Cavazza, this track became an anthem of resilience, resonating widely with listeners across various platforms.
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You Be Love — This track showcases Avicii's signature sound, blending electronic elements with soulful vocals, making it a standout representation of his artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP features strong melodies and solid production but lacks the depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks feature a consistent use of melodic hooks and build-ups that lead into energetic drops typical of EDM.
- Tracks alternate between vocal-led pieces and instrumental sections, with 'So Much Better' serving as a remix that reinterprets earlier material.
- The final two tracks slow down the tempo, providing a contrast to the preceding upbeat songs, which creates a reflective closing atmosphere.
- 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
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
- short bursts of emotional release
- heartfelt reflections on connection
- for upbeat gatherings
- easy sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- dislike elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Avicii's enduring influence and emotional depth after his passing.
- Themes
- posthumous reflection· dance floor resilience
- Career context
- AVĪCI (01) is Avicii's posthumous album released in 2017, following his passing in April that year. This collection features previously unreleased tracks and remixes, showcasing his enduring influence on the electronic music scene even after his death.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Calvin Harris· David Guetta· Zedd
Tracklist
- 1 Friend of Mine 2:40
- 2 Lonely Together Start here 3:01
- 3 You Be Love 3:27
- 4 Without You 3:03
- 5 What Would I Change It To 3:03
- 6 So Much Better (Avicii remix) 2:37
- 7 Without You (acoustic version) 3:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Motion
Calvin Harris
Shares a vibrant mix of emotional lyrics and uplifting beats, for dance floors.
True Colors
Zedd
Combines heartfelt melodies with electronic production, evoking similar emotional depth.
Cloud Nine
Kygo
Features melodic hooks and reflective themes, resonating with the spirit of resilience and joy.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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