Chaos for the Fly
Grian Chatten · 2023
36 min · 9 tracks
A reflective exploration of personal and collective experiences wrapped in atmospheric melodies and evocative lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Last Time Every Time Forever — This track encapsulates the album's introspective nature, blending poignant lyrics with an infectious melody that invites listeners into Chatten's reflective world.
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Fairlies — Fairlies stands out for its intricate storytelling and vivid imagery, revealing a delicate balance between nostalgia and longing that permeates the album.
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I Am So Far — The emotionally charged atmosphere in I Am So Far highlights Chatten's vocal range and showcases his ability to convey vulnerability through layered instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's introspective nature and layered sound create an engaging experience, though it remains somewhat conventional in its execution.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow, atmospheric track that sets a reflective tone, followed by a gradual build in tempo and intensity across the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that complements the introspective lyrics.
- The final three tracks shift back to a more subdued pace, allowing for a contemplative conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Season for Pain
The verse shifts perspective unexpectedly, addressing a universal struggle while intertwining personal anecdotes of loss and resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Score 2:41
- 2 Last Time Every Time Forever 3:39
- 3 Fairlies 4:10
- 4 Bob’s Casino 4:44
- 5 All of the People 4:23
- 6 East Coast Bed 4:59
- 7 Salt Throwers Off a Truck 3:26
- 8 I Am So Far 3:42
- 9 Season for Pain 4:34
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