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Bosnian Rainbows

Bosnian Rainbows · 2013

48 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of alternative and art rock that intertwines atmospheric soundscapes with emotive vocal performances.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Eli — This opening track sets the tone with its haunting instrumentation and layered vocals, establishing the band's atmospheric signature right from the start.
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    Worthless — The song's driving rhythm and poignant lyrics reveal a sense of vulnerability, capturing the emotional core of the album while demonstrating the band's dynamic range.
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    Mother, Father, Set Us Free — Closing out the album, this track features an expansive arrangement and powerful lyrical themes of liberation and self-discovery, encapsulating the overall journey presented throughout.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production, with a distinctive sound that stands apart from its members' previous work.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that build in intensity, while the second half introduces more subdued and atmospheric pieces.
  • Vocal melodies often intertwine with layered guitar effects, creating a dense soundscape that shifts throughout the record.
  • Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats for more fluid arrangements.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

  • Dig Right in Me

    The chorus shifts perspective dramatically, inviting introspection through direct address that deepens the emotional engagement with listeners.

    This choice to engage intimately with the audience creates a profound connection that amplifies the song's themes of longing and vulnerability.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Eli 5:23
  • 2 Worthless 3:28
  • 3 Dig Right in Me 3:14
  • 4 The Eye Fell in Love 4:17
  • 5 I Cry for You 4:03
  • 6 Morning Sickness 4:01

Disc 2

  • 1 Torn Maps 4:04
  • 2 Turtle Neck 6:24
  • 3 Always on the Run 2:20
  • 4 Red 4:33
  • 5 Mother, Father, Set Us Free 6:53

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