What makes Call the Comet by Johnny Marr notable?

Call the Comet received positive reviews from critics and marked Marr's continued evolution as a solo artist. The album reached number 16 on the UK Albums Chart, further solidifying his status in the indie rock scene. Released in 2018, Call the Comet is Johnny Marr's third solo album, following his 2014 effort Playland. At this point, Marr had established a solid solo career after decades as a pivotal figure in bands like The Smiths and Electronic.

How many songs are on Call the Comet?

Call the Comet has 12 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Call the Comet

Johnny Marr · 2018

57 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of modern alternative rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rise — The opening track sets a hopeful tone with its sweeping melodies and uplifting lyrics, establishing the album's thematic foundation.
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The Tracers — This track showcases Marr's signature jangly guitar work while exploring themes of nostalgia and memory, making it emblematic of his style.
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Hey Angel — As one of the standout songs, it combines infectious hooks with introspective lyrics about connection and longing, encapsulating the album's emotional core.
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Walk Into the Sea — This track features a haunting atmosphere and evocative lyrics that delve into themes of escapism, showcasing Marr's lyrical depth and musical range.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks incorporate layered guitar lines that create a rich, textured sound, particularly evident in 'Hey Angel' and 'Walk Into the Sea'.
The lyrics often reflect introspective themes, with a focus on personal experiences and observations, especially in 'My Eternal' and 'A Different Gun'.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Rise 5:03
2 The Tracers 4:35
3 Hey Angel 5:37
4 Hi Hello 4:23
5 New Dominions 4:24
6 Day In Day Out 4:43
7 Walk Into the Sea 6:02
8 Bug 4:39
9 Actor Attractor 5:36
10 Spiral Cities 4:07
11 My Eternal 3:16
12 A Different Gun 5:28

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