Bloomed
Richard Buckner · 1994
64 min · 17 tracks · indie rock
A haunting blend of melancholy melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke the spirit of wandering and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blue and Wonder — As the opening track, it sets a contemplative tone with its delicate instrumentation and evocative imagery, encapsulating Buckner's lyrical depth right from the start.
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Six Years — This track showcases Buckner's storytelling prowess, weaving a narrative of reflection and nostalgia that resonates throughout the album.
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Emma — The closing track combines emotional weight with beautiful melody, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of longing that defines Buckner's style.
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 production but is less distinctive compared to later works in the genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent use of acoustic guitar and soft vocals, while the second half introduces more varied instrumentation, including strings and subtle percussion.
- Many tracks utilize a slow tempo, with several songs extending beyond four minutes, allowing for atmospheric build-up and lyrical exploration.
- Buckner's vocal delivery often employs a conversational tone, creating an intimate connection with the listener as he navigates themes of longing and introspection.
- 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
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blue and Wonder 3:47
- 2 Rainsquall 3:49
- 3 22 3:59
- 4 Mud 3:12
- 5 Six Years 3:11
- 6 This Is Where 3:46
- 7 Gauzy Dress in the Sun 3:11
- 8 Daisychain 3:07
- 9 Desire 3:51
- 10 Up North 2:47
- 11 Surprise, AZ 3:40
- 12 Cradle to the Angel 3:42
- 13 The Last Ride 2:54
- 14 Settled Down 4:53
- 15 The Worst Way 4:08
- 16 Emma 6:00
- 17 Hutchinson 4:07
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