Beings (Lanterns on the Lake album)
Lanterns on the Lake · 2015
41 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a reflective and atmospheric soundscape that lingers in the listener's mind.
Top tracks — play these first
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Of Dust & Matter — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its delicate instrumentation and evocative lyrics that explore themes of existence and transience.
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Faultlines — The track's anthemic chorus contrasts against its introspective verses, illustrating the tension between personal struggles and broader societal issues.
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Beings — Serving as the centerpiece of the album, this track encapsulates the overarching themes of connection and identity through its expansive sound and poignant lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's atmospheric sound and dynamic shifts create an engaging listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow build, layering ethereal synths and soft guitar that gradually introduce the vocals.
- Each track features a consistent use of reverb and atmospheric production, creating a cohesive sound throughout.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, with quieter verses leading into more intense choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
- 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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8/10
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
- haunting vocals with ethereal melodies
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- short tracks for fleeting thoughts
- atmospheric soundscapes that linger
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, energetic music
- want straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2015, Beings is Lanterns on the Lake's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed record Gracious Tide, Take Me Home. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene and expanding their sonic palette while maintaining their distinct emotional resonance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Antlers· Sigur Rós· Explosions in the Sky
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Of Dust & Matter 5:00
- 2 I’ll Stall Them 4:06
- 3 Faultlines 5:11
- 4 The Crawl 4:08
- 5 Send Me Home 2:26
- 6 Through the Cellar Door 2:55
- 7 Beings 6:26
- 8 Stepping Down 4:22
- 9 Stuck for an Outline 4:35
- 10 Inkblot 1:51
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