Released 10 years ago
Blind Spot
Lush · 2016
14 min · 4 tracks · rock music
A lush tapestry of swirling guitars and ethereal vocals that gracefully intertwine dream pop with an indie rock sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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Out of Control — The opener sets the tone with its driving rhythm and layered instrumentation, embodying the band's signature blend of urgency and melody.
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Lost Boy — This track highlights Lush's ability to craft emotive narratives within their music, featuring a haunting chorus that lingers long after it's over.
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Rosebud — With its dreamy production and introspective lyrics, this song encapsulates the essence of Lush's sound while showcasing their evolved lyrical themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP blends nostalgic elements with modern production, showcasing Lush's signature sound effectively.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a driving rhythm and layered guitars, establishing an energetic tone that persists through the EP.
- Each song features ethereal vocals that harmonize with the instrumentation, creating a dreamlike atmosphere throughout.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, allowing the listener to linger in the soundscape before the EP ends.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Out of Control
In the bridge, the vocal delivery shifts from confident declarations to a more vulnerable tone, revealing inner turmoil amidst the chaos.
This contrast deepens the emotional impact by juxtaposing strength and vulnerability, illustrating the complexity of human experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out of Control 4:22
- 2 Lost Boy 3:18
- 3 Burnham Beeches 3:07
- 4 Rosebud 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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