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Between You and Me

San Cisco · 2020

38 min · 11 tracks · indie pop

Bright melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant yet contemplative indie pop landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Skin — Opening the album, this track sets a reflective tone with its lush instrumentation and intimate lyrics that explore vulnerability in relationships.
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    On the Line — This song captures the tension of uncertainty in love through its dynamic shifts in melody and rhythm, making it a standout moment on the record.
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    Flaws — By embracing imperfections, this track resonates with authenticity while maintaining an upbeat tempo, illustrating the band's ability to blend serious themes with infectious energy.
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    Tell Me When You Leave Tonight — With a catchy chorus and relatable narrative about longing, this track exemplifies San Cisco's knack for crafting memorable pop songs infused with genuine emotion.

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 a strong cohesive arc throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and bright instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more contemplative mood.
  • Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album closes with a title track that features a gradual build-up, culminating in a lush instrumental finish.
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
6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • upbeat melodies for sunny days
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • short tracks for quick listens
  • catchy choruses for singing
  • bright soundtracks for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • slow-paced emotional explorations
  • long immersive listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 4, 2020, 'Between You and Me' is San Cisco's third studio album, following their 2017 release 'The Water.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and expanding their thematic exploration, blending catchy hooks with deeper emotional narratives.
Stylistic neighbors
Tame Impala· Vance Joy· Foster the People

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Skin 4:26
  • 2 On the Line 5:00
  • 3 Reasons 3:12
  • 4 Messages 3:19
  • 5 Shine 2:34
  • 6 Alone 3:39
  • 7 When I Dream 3:11
  • 8 Gone 3:06
  • 9 Flaws 3:43
  • 10 Tell Me When You Leave Tonight 3:28
  • 11 Between You and Me 2:49

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