Chasing After Ghosts
The Crookes · 2011
43 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that encapsulate youthful longing and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Godless Girl — Opening with a catchy melody, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of youthful disillusionment while showcasing the band's signature jangly guitar sound.
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Bright Young Things — This song encapsulates the essence of carefree youth, blending upbeat rhythms with reflective lyrics about the fleeting nature of life.
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The Crookes Laundry Murder 1922 — With its narrative-driven lyrics and distinctive title, this track stands out by weaving historical context into a modern indie rock framework.
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City of Lights — Closing the album on an expansive note, this track combines atmospheric instrumentation with poignant reflections on ambition and dreams.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic instrumentation with reflective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting but lacking a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with jangly guitars, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, enhancing the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
- The track 'Youth' employs a repetitive chorus that contrasts with its reflective verses, creating a dynamic tension throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Godless Girl 3:43
- 2 Chorus of Fools 3:13
- 3 Just Like Dreamers 3:06
- 4 Bright Young Things 2:49
- 5 The Crookes Laundry Murder 1922 4:57
- 6 Youth 5:08
- 7 I Remember Moonlight 4:10
- 8 Bloodshot Days 3:46
- 9 Carnabetian Charms 2:48
- 10 By the Seine 3:59
- 11 City of Lights 5:37
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