Cohesion
Gyroscope · 2010
42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and dynamic instrumentals creates a reflective yet energetic soundscape throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Still Taste Blood — This track features an urgent tempo coupled with emotionally charged lyrics, effectively encapsulating the album's themes of struggle and resilience. Its catchy chorus highlights Gyroscope's knack for blending intensity with melodic hooks.
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Don't Forget Me When I Die — The haunting arrangement and poignant lyrics reflect on mortality and legacy, making it one of the most introspective moments on the album. It demonstrates the band's ability to navigate deeper emotional landscapes while maintaining their signature sound.
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Run — With its driving rhythm and anthemic quality, this track stands out as a rallying cry for freedom and escape. The energetic instrumentation complements its lyrical urgency, resonating well within live performances.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective energy for introspection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
- morning motivation with reflective lyrics
- pacing that encourages thoughtful listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
- seek immediate gratification from music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Cohesion marks Gyroscope's fourth studio album, following their 2007 release, Breed Obsession. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the Australian alternative rock scene, building on previous successes while exploring new sonic territories. This album showcases a matured sound that bridges their earlier work with more experimental influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Birds of Tokyo· The Butterfly Effect· Dead Letter Circus
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Baby, I'm Gettin' Better
The bridge shifts from despair to hope as the lyrics express a pivotal realization about personal growth and healing.
This transition not only highlights a moment of clarity but also represents a thematic shift in the album towards resilience and self-acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Live Without You 2:59
- 2 I Still Taste Blood 3:57
- 3 Baby, I'm Gettin' Better 3:17
- 4 Some of the Places I Know 3:51
- 5 Tunnel Vision 3:14
- 6 Working With Wood 3:08
- 7 Fifty500 3:33
- 8 What Do I Know About Pain? 3:29
- 9 Don't Forget Me When I Die 2:50
- 10 Run 4:15
- 11 White Dove/Black Crow 3:30
- 12 Spider 4:13
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