What makes Back to the Shore by Mumm-Ra notable?

The album was well-received in the UK indie scene, showcasing Mumm-Ra's growth and securing a place in the independent charts. Critics praised its lyrical depth and melodic richness, helping to reestablish the band's presence after years away from the spotlight. Released on February 17, 2014, Back to the Shore marked Mumm-Ra's return after a lengthy hiatus following their debut album, These Things Move in Threes. At this point, the band had navigated lineup changes and an evolving sound, aiming to reconnect with their audience while refining their musical identity.

How many songs are on Back to the Shore?

Back to the Shore has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Back to the Shore

Mumm-Ra · 2014

35 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of indie rock melodies infused with nostalgic lyrics and a colorful sonic palette.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Goodbye — Opening the album with a hauntingly melodic hook, this track encapsulates the themes of departure and reflection that permeate throughout.
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Technicolour — This track stands out for its upbeat tempo and vivid imagery, effectively blending playful instrumentation with introspective lyrics about life's complexities.
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Your Father's Son — Closing the album, this track features poignant lyrics that delve into personal identity and familial relationships, leaving a lasting emotional impact.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks strong cohesion and cultural reach.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the latter half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Technicolour' and 'Chasing Footsteps'.
The album closes with two tracks that shift to a more introspective tone, contrasting with the earlier upbeat songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Goodbye 3:36
2 Lizzy Lu 3:02
3 Last Look 3:15
4 Make Pretend 2:58
5 Technicolour 3:13
6 Sticks and Stones 3:28
7 Jeremy 3:03
8 Chasing Footsteps 2:59
9 Penny (demo) 2:57
10 Ho Hey! 2:52
11 Your Father's Son 4:04

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These Things Move in Threes

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