Broken Social Scene
Broken Social Scene · 2004
63 min · 14 tracks · art rock
A sprawling tapestry of art rock, blending lush instrumentation with introspective lyrics and an eclectic mix of voices.
Top tracks — play these first
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7/4 (Shoreline) — This track exemplifies the band's ability to intertwine intricate rhythms with layered harmonies, creating a captivating and immersive listening experience.
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Ibi Dreams of Pavement (A Better Day) — With its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, this song captures a sense of hopefulness and reflects the band's knack for hooks within art rock's expansive soundscapes.
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It's All Gonna Break — Closing the album with its sweeping crescendo, this track serves as an emotional climax that encapsulates themes of uncertainty and resilience throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's lush instrumentation and varied vocal styles create a distinctive sound within the art rock genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a dynamic range of instrumentation, with tracks that shift from sparse arrangements to dense layers of sound.
- Several songs incorporate multiple vocalists, creating a choral effect that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The sequencing alternates between high-energy tracks and more reflective pieces, maintaining listener engagement throughout its length.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- gradual build to emotional climax
- immersive tapestry of sound
- moments of chaotic beauty
- reflective listening for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2004, Broken Social Scene released their self-titled album as their third studio effort, following the critically acclaimed 'You Forgot It in People' from 2002. This album solidified their reputation as a leading force in the Canadian indie scene and showcased a more polished production style while maintaining their signature collaborative spirit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Arcade Fire· The National· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Our Faces Split the Coast in Half 3:42
- 2 Ibi Dreams of Pavement (A Better Day) 4:27
- 3 7/4 (Shoreline) 4:53
- 4 Finish Your Collapse and Stay for Breakfast 1:24
- 5 Major Label Debut 4:28
- 6 Fire Eye’d Boy 3:58
- 7 Windsurfing Nation 4:35
- 8 Swimmers 2:55
- 9 Hotel 4:35
- 10 Handjobs for the Holidays 4:39
- 11 Superconnected 5:39
- 12 Bandwitch 6:58
- 13 Tremoloa Debut 0:59
- 14 It’s All Gonna Break 9:55
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