Comatised
Leona Naess · 2000
58 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Melancholic melodies intertwine with intimate lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of love and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Charm Attack — This track showcases Naess's knack for blending catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, making it a standout example of her songwriting prowess.
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Chosen Family — With its poignant exploration of connection and acceptance, this song highlights Naess's ability to convey complex emotions through simplicity.
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Comatised — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of disconnection and yearning, featuring a haunting melody that lingers long after it ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features intimate songwriting and solid production, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of soft guitar strumming and layered vocals, establishing a gentle, melancholic atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate strings and piano, adding depth to the arrangements without overwhelming the vocal melodies.
- The album's lyrical themes revolve around personal relationships and introspection, with many songs featuring a narrative structure that unfolds over their duration.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady pacing for deep reflection
- dreamy atmosphere for introspection
- extended tracks encourage immersion
- consistent flow for focused listening
- melodic warmth for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- dislike long, winding tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 14, 2000, Comatised was Leona Naess's debut album, following her earlier EPs. At this time, she was establishing her presence in the alternative rock scene after signing with a major label, seeking to carve out her identity as a singer-songwriter.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lazy Days 5:11
- 2 Charm Attack 4:24
- 3 Chase 3:19
- 4 Lonely Boy 6:03
- 5 Anything 4:06
- 6 Chosen Family 3:47
- 7 Comatised 3:56
- 8 All I Want 3:44
- 9 Northern Star 4:02
- 10 Earthquake 4:13
- 11 New York Baby 4:46
- 12 Paper Thin 10:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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