Cinder
Dirty Three · 2005
70 min · 19 tracks · instrumental rock
A haunting tapestry of violin-led melodies intertwined with atmospheric guitar and relentless percussive pulses.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ever Since — The opening track sets an evocative tone with its expansive build-up and intricate layers, establishing the emotional depth that permeates the album.
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Cinders — 'Cinders' reflects the band's ability to create immersive atmospheres, featuring rich textures that ebb and flow seamlessly throughout its duration.
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Last Dance — This closing track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and nostalgia, presenting a poignant resolution through its delicate yet powerful arrangement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalCinder showcases strong instrumental writing and cohesive atmospheres, though it leans on familiar structures within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features long, flowing tracks that often build gradually, with the violin leading melodic themes while the guitar and drums create a textured backdrop.
- Several tracks incorporate extended sections of improvisation, allowing the musicians to explore variations on their established motifs.
- 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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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- haunting melodies for introspection
- immersive soundscapes for solitude
- delicate textures with emotional depth
- patient unfolding of musical themes
- evocative atmospheres for rainy days
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Cinder' was released in 2005, Dirty Three had established themselves as a prominent force in the instrumental rock scene, following their critically acclaimed album 'She Has No Strings Apollo' from 2003. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into emotive soundscapes and showcased their growth as a band while maintaining their signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Godspeed You! Black Emperor· Explosions in the Sky· Mono
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ever Since 4:48
- 2 She Passed Through 3:26
- 3 Amy 2:48
- 4 Sad Sexy 3:23
- 5 Cinders 3:02
- 6 Doris 3:26
- 7 Flutter 6:36
- 8 The Zither Player 5:01
- 9 It Happened 2:14
- 10 Great Waves 3:28
- 11 Dream Evie 2:43
- 12 Too Soon, Too Late 3:29
- 13 This Night 3:56
- 14 Rain On 3:39
- 15 Ember 2:38
- 16 Michèle 3:23
- 17 Feral 4:10
- 18 Last Dance 4:16
- 19 In Fall 3:54
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