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Commencement

Deadsy · 2002

68 min · 14 tracks · industrial rock

A vibrant fusion of industrial rock and electronic textures that evoke a haunting yet danceable soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Key to Gramercy Park — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its captivating mix of atmospheric synths and driving rhythms, establishing Deadsy's signature sound right from the start.
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    Brand New Love — With its infectious chorus and layered instrumentation, this song exemplifies the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with darker lyrical themes, showcasing their versatility.
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    She Likes Big Words — This track stands out for its clever wordplay and energetic delivery, highlighting Deadsy's distinctive approach to songwriting while maintaining an engaging musical backdrop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Commencement showcases a blend of industrial rock and electronic textures, creating a unique sound but with some conventional elements.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, blending vocals with atmospheric soundscapes to create a haunting effect.
  • The album closes with a track that features a gradual fade-out, leaving an echoing sense of unresolved tension.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

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 The Key to Gramercy Park 3:12
  • 2 Winners 4:22
  • 3 Brand New Love 4:34
  • 4 Mansion World 5:02
  • 5 Lake Waramaug 4:23
  • 6 The Elements 5:20
  • 7 Flowing Glower 4:58
  • 8 Future Years 5:26
  • 9 She Likes Big Words 3:59
  • 10 Cruella 5:54
  • 11 Seagulls (The Macroprosopus) 5:57
  • 12 Le Cirque En Rose (Obsolescence) 4:55
  • 13 Tom Sawyer 4:52
  • 14 Commencement 5:16

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