Brand New by Tomorrow cover

Brand New by Tomorrow

Money Mark · 2007

35 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of soulful grooves and introspective lyrics creates an intimate yet expansive listening experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Color of Your Blues — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of Money Mark’s style.
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    My Loss, Your Gain — This track features a poignant exploration of regret and vulnerability, highlighting Mark's lyrical depth while maintaining an engaging rhythm.
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    Brand New by Tomorrow — The title track serves as a manifesto for renewal and hope, combining infectious melodies with a driving beat that is emblematic of Mark’s artistic vision.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album combines personal lyrics with varied instrumentation, creating a distinctive yet cohesive sound.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent groove, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower-paced songs.
  • Several tracks incorporate layered instrumentation, blending electronic elements with traditional rock instruments to create a rich soundscape.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo grooves
  • intimate reflective moments
  • soulful vibes for relaxation
  • easy background listening
  • for afternoon unwind

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer quick standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Brand New by Tomorrow' was released in 2007, Money Mark was already known for his eclectic production style and work with artists like the Beastie Boys. This album marked his fourth studio release and continued to showcase his unique ability to fuse rock with elements of funk and soul, further establishing his identity as a solo artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Beck· The Avalanches· Air

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Color of Your Blues 3:20
  • 2 Pick Up the Pieces 3:25
  • 3 Summer Blue 3:25
  • 4 Pretend to Sleep 2:21
  • 5 My Loss, Your Gain 3:05
  • 6 Everyday I Die a Little 3:09
  • 7 Radiate Nothing 3:15
  • 8 Black Butterfly 3:32
  • 9 Nice to Me 2:51
  • 10 Eyes That Ring 3:48
  • 11 Brand New by Tomorrow 3:21

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