Bewitched cover

Bewitched

Luna · 1994

45 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

Dreamy guitar melodies intertwine with hazy vocals, creating an ethereal soundscape that defines Luna's indie pop aesthetic.

Top tracks — play these first

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    California (All the Way) — Opening with jangly guitars and a sun-soaked vibe, this track encapsulates the essence of longing and nostalgia that permeates the album.
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    Tiger Lily — This song showcases Luna's signature melodic sensibilities, pairing evocative lyrics with atmospheric instrumentation that reflects the band's unique sound.
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    Sleeping Pill — As a standout closer, this track features haunting vocals and introspective lyrics, effectively summarizing the emotional landscape explored throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Luna's 'Bewitched' showcases strong songwriting and lush production, solidifying their indie pop identity.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a bright, jangly guitar riff in 'California (All the Way)', setting a dreamy tone that persists throughout.
  • Vocals are layered with reverb, creating an ethereal quality that blends seamlessly with the instrumentation on tracks like 'Tiger Lily' and 'Bewitched'.
  • The track 'Going Home' features a notable shift in dynamics, introducing a more subdued arrangement that contrasts with earlier tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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
7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Friendly Advice

    The moment shifts from advice-giving to personal reflection, revealing vulnerability amidst seemingly casual conversation.

    This transition deepens the song's emotional impact by juxtaposing lightheartedness with an exploration of deeper feelings.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 California (All the Way) 4:16
  • 2 Tiger Lily 4:47
  • 3 Friendly Advice 6:33
  • 4 Bewitched 4:45
  • 5 This Time Around 3:29
  • 6 Great Jones Street 3:36
  • 7 Going Home 5:26
  • 8 Into the Fold 3:14
  • 9 I Know You Tried 3:19
  • 10 Sleeping Pill 5:52

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