Blind Sighted Faith
The Dunwells · 2012
45 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
A harmonious blend of heartfelt melodies and rich harmonies, creating an uplifting indie rock atmosphere throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Could Be a King — This opening track showcases the band's vibrant energy and melodic strength, setting a tone of ambition that resonates throughout the album.
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Blind Sighted Faith — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of hope and resilience, featuring soaring vocals that elevate its emotional weight.
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So Beautiful — This track stands out with its introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to craft poignant moments.
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Goodnight My City — With its reflective lyrics and evocative imagery, this song serves as a powerful closing statement that encapsulates the journey of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and vocal harmonies but lacks a fully cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity, culminating in a soaring chorus.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, with quieter verses leading into more powerful, anthemic choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- uplifting anthems for gatherings
- heartfelt storytelling for reflection
- melodic warmth for road trips
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Blind Sighted Faith' was released in January 2012, The Dunwells were establishing their presence in the indie rock scene after gaining traction with their earlier EPs. This debut full-length album followed their acclaimed EP 'The Dunwells', marking a significant step toward broader recognition and showcasing their evolving sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Paper Kites· Mumford & Sons· Of Monsters and Men
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Could Be a King 3:42
- 2 Blind Sighted Faith 4:17
- 3 So Beautiful 3:50
- 4 Only Me 4:03
- 5 Elizabeth 4:25
- 6 Follow the Road 3:28
- 7 Borrow Me 4:38
- 8 Goodnight My City 3:36
- 9 Hand That Feeds 3:41
- 10 Dance With Me 3:05
- 11 Oh Lord 6:14
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