Colour Vision
MAX · 2020
33 min · 12 tracks
A vibrant pop tapestry weaving catchy hooks and introspective lyrics with a blend of electronic and acoustic elements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Me Less — This track encapsulates the album’s exploration of vulnerability and longing, presenting a catchy chorus that contrasts its deeper lyrical themes about self-worth.
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Blueberry Eyes — Featuring Suga from BTS, this song blends infectious melodies with heartfelt storytelling, making it a standout collaboration that showcases MAX's versatility.
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Where Am I At — This track highlights the album's introspective side, as MAX grapples with feelings of uncertainty while maintaining an upbeat sound that invites listeners to reflect.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid pop craftsmanship with engaging hooks but lacks standout depth and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrast in energy.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, enhancing the collaborative feel of the album.
- The production incorporates both electronic beats and acoustic instrumentation, blending styles seamlessly across different songs.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- playful melodies for upbeat moods
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- introspective themes with catchy hooks
- vibrant energy for social settings
- light-hearted anthems for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- long, drawn-out listening experiences
- serious, heavy emotional depth
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the time of releasing Colour Vision, MAX was building on the success of his previous album, Hell's Kitchen Angel (2016), which established him as a rising pop artist. This third studio album marks a crucial step in his artistic evolution, showcasing a more personal and mature songwriting approach that resonates through its themes of love and self-discovery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charlie Puth· Jon Bellion· Lauv
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Colour Vision 2:15
- 2 Working for the Weekend 2:45
- 3 Love Me Less 2:57
- 4 Acid Dreams 3:03
- 5 Circles 2:27
- 6 Blueberry Eyes 2:52
- 7 Where Am I At 3:29
- 8 New Life 3:01
- 9 Checklist 2:16
- 10 Missed Calls 2:34
- 11 SOS 2:41
- 12 There Is a God 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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