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Released 10 years ago

Cult Following

Little Scream · 2016

44 min · 12 tracks

A kaleidoscopic blend of haunting melodies and introspective lyrics layered over intricate electronic soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Love as a Weapon — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of relationships through its juxtaposition of vulnerability and strength, featuring dynamic shifts that mirror emotional conflict.
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    Evan — A standout for its narrative depth, this song delves into personal loss with poignant lyrics and a haunting melody that linger long after the last note fades.
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    Wreckage — With its powerful instrumentation and evocative storytelling, this track serves as a climactic reflection on chaos and healing, showcasing Little Scream's lyrical prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends intricate melodies with electronic elements, showcasing strong writing and production.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a spoken word element that shifts the album's tone.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that intertwine with electronic textures, creating a dense soundscape.
  • The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, culminating in the final track which features minimal instrumentation and introspective 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
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Evan

    The narrative shifts from reminiscence to acceptance as it confronts the absence of a loved one.

    This transition not only marks a turning point in the song but also reflects the broader themes of grief and moving forward found throughout the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Welcome to the Brain 0:53
  • 2 Love as a Weapon 4:52
  • 3 Dark Dance 4:21
  • 4 Introduction to Evan 0:30
  • 5 Evan 5:02
  • 6 Aftermath 1:03
  • 7 The Kissing 4:45
  • 8 Wishing Well 5:45
  • 9 Wreckage 5:35
  • 10 Someone Will Notice 5:34
  • 11 Silent Moon 4:41
  • 12 Goodbye Every Body 1:04

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