Blindspot
Dan Michaelson and The Coastguards · 2013
32 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics, evoking a sense of longing and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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No Right Way To Move — The opening track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics and delicate instrumentation, establishing the album's overarching mood of contemplation.
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You Leave Me in Ruins — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, blending poignant storytelling with a haunting melody that lingers long after listening.
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Tremors — With its dynamic shifts and evocative imagery, this song highlights Michaelson’s ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet powerful language.
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 atmospheric production, though it may not resonate widely beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of layered instrumentation, creating a rich sonic backdrop that supports the introspective lyrics.
- Several songs employ a slow build, starting with minimal arrangements and gradually adding elements like strings or harmonies to enhance emotional impact.
- The album closes with a track that features a stark contrast in dynamics, dropping to a quiet, reflective ending that leaves a lingering sense of melancholy.
- 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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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Right Way To Move 4:21
- 2 Enough 3:50
- 3 Every Fold and Crease 4:39
- 4 Sheets 2:58
- 5 You Leave Me in Ruins 4:04
- 6 Gambling 3:10
- 7 Tremors 4:01
- 8 By My Side 5:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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