Connect the Dots
MisterWives · 2017
45 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective alternative rock experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Machine — The opening track sets a dynamic tone with its infectious energy while addressing themes of societal pressure and personal identity.
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Revolution — This song stands out for its anthemic chorus and empowering message about embracing change and challenging the status quo.
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Let the Light In — Closing the album, this track combines introspective lyrics with sweeping instrumentation, encapsulating the journey of self-discovery throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting but lacks cohesion in pacing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent hooks, while the fourth track introduces a slower pace with a focus on piano.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album's lyrics often juxtapose personal introspection with broader themes of social change, evident in tracks like 'Revolution' and 'Let the Light In'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- joyful melodies for uplifting moments
- reflective lyrics for introspective listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- suitable for group sing-alongs
- vibrant soundscapes for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- seeking heavy, brooding themes
- prefer long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2017, 'Connect the Dots' is MisterWives' sophomore album, following their debut, 'Our Own House', which solidified their presence in the alternative scene. At this point in their career, the band aimed to expand their sound and lyrical depth while building on their earlier success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paramore· PVRIS· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Machine 3:30
- 2 Chasing This 4:00
- 3 Only Human 3:44
- 4 Drummer Boy 4:25
- 5 Revolution 4:18
- 6 My Brother 3:57
- 7 Out of Tune Piano 4:29
- 8 Coloring Outside the Lines 4:33
- 9 Band Camp 2:55
- 10 Oh Love 4:01
- 11 Let the Light In 5:08
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