Axes
Electrelane · 2005
59 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of post-rock and experimental sounds, creating an immersive sonic landscape filled with intricate rhythms and textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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If Not Now, When? — This track exemplifies Electrelane's knack for crafting catchy melodies intertwined with intricate arrangements, effectively balancing both complexity and accessibility.
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Two for Joy — The song features a mesmerizing interplay between instruments that creates a compelling atmosphere, showcasing the band's ability to weave emotional depth into their music.
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Suitcase — As the album's closing track, it encapsulates the band's experimental spirit with its sprawling length and evolving dynamics, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate rhythms and textures while maintaining a strong sense of identity within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm in 'One, Two, Three, Lots' that sets an energetic tone, which is maintained through the first half.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, introducing more ambient elements and allowing for introspection before concluding.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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If Not Now, When?
The chorus introduces a shift in perspective that emphasizes urgency and introspection.
This structural choice elevates the emotional weight of the song by contrasting personal reflection with a collective call to action.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One, Two, Three, Lots 1:44
- 2 Bells 4:38
- 3 Two for Joy 5:58
- 4 If Not Now, When? 5:47
- 5 Eight Steps 5:01
- 6 Gone Darker 7:05
- 7 Atom's Tomb 2:08
- 8 Business or Otherwise 5:47
- 9 Those Pockets Are People 5:02
- 10 The Partisan 2:32
- 11 I Keep Losing Heart 3:41
- 12 Come Back 0:07
- 13 Suitcase 9:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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