Blue Skies
Dehd · 2022
32 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
Bright melodies and jangly guitars intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a sun-soaked yet reflective indie rock experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Control — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy riff and concise structure, encapsulating Dehd's blend of energy and introspection.
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Bad Love — With its raw emotion and driving rhythm, this track reflects the complexities of romantic relationships, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Memories — This song features layered harmonies that enhance its nostalgic theme, highlighting the band's ability to mix melancholy with an upbeat sound.
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Waterfall — The intricate guitar work paired with reflective lyrics showcases the band's musical growth, balancing catchiness with emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with bright melodies, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs utilize a call-and-response vocal technique, creating a dynamic interplay between the lead and backing vocals.
- The instrumentation prominently features jangly guitars and layered harmonies, which contribute to a cohesive sound throughout the record.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Empty in My Mind
The bridge shifts perspective to express a feeling of disconnection that contrasts sharply with earlier lines focusing on togetherness.
This structural shift emphasizes the internal conflict between longing for connection and experiencing isolation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Control 1:46
- 2 Bad Love 2:31
- 3 Bop 1:31
- 4 Clear 3:04
- 5 Hold 1:54
- 6 Memories 3:58
- 7 Window 2:58
- 8 Palomino 2:16
- 9 Waterfall 2:25
- 10 Dream On 2:43
- 11 Empty in My Mind 2:52
- 12 Stars 2:44
- 13 No Difference 1:54
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