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Colourgrade

Tirzah · 2021

41 min · 10 tracks

A fluid blend of experimental pop and R&B that envelops the listener in its intimate yet expansive soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Tectonic — This track stands out with its pulsing rhythm and layered vocals, creating an immersive experience that encapsulates the album's overall sound.
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    Recipe — The song showcases a minimalist approach paired with poignant lyrics about longing and connection, emphasizing Tirzah's songwriting prowess.
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    Crepuscular Rays — This closing track features ethereal production and a reflective tone, perfectly encapsulating the album’s themes of vulnerability and self-discovery.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

66 /100
Alpine
Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

Tirzah's 'Colourgrade' showcases innovative structures and rich soundscapes, solidifying her unique voice in contemporary R&B.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a title track that features layered vocals and minimalist instrumentation, establishing an intimate atmosphere.
  • Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt shifts in tempo and rhythm, which challenge typical pop formats.
  • The use of ambient soundscapes and field recordings throughout creates a sense of space and depth, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Colourgrade 2:59
  • 2 Tectonic 4:38
  • 3 Hive Mind 4:06
  • 4 Recipe 2:36
  • 5 Beating 3:42
  • 6 Sleeping 3:27
  • 7 Crepuscular Rays 6:33
  • 8 Send Me 4:03
  • 9 Sink In 3:58
  • 10 Hips 5:03

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