What makes Dance and Cry by Mother Mother notable?

Upon its release, 'Dance and Cry' debuted at number 17 on the Canadian Albums Chart, reflecting Mother Mother's growing popularity. The album received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and emotional resonance, further solidifying the band's place within the Canadian indie music landscape. By the release of 'Dance and Cry', Mother Mother was well-established in the indie rock scene, having gained significant recognition since their debut in 2007. This album, their sixth studio effort, followed the successful 'No Culture' from 2017, showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while retaining their characteristic lyrical depth.

Who is Dance and Cry for?

Dance and Cry works well if you're into steady tempo for easy listening, catchy melodies with introspective themes and for late-night drives.

How many songs are on Dance and Cry?

Dance and Cry has 12 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Dance and Cry

Mother Mother · 2018

40 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant mix of upbeat melodies and introspective lyrics that dance between joy and melancholy, creating a unique indie rock experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Dance and Cry — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of embracing duality, blending an infectious rhythm with lyrics that encourage self-expression amidst struggles.
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Get Up — This track stands out with its empowering message and uplifting melody, encouraging listeners to rise above challenges with a spirited call to action.
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Only Love — With its hauntingly beautiful arrangement and poignant lyrics, this song explores themes of vulnerability and connection, making it a reflective highlight on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album balances upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong vocal harmonies and varied tempos.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective tracks.
Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, with alternating lead vocals between male and female singers.
The lyrics often juxtapose themes of joy and melancholy, with shifts in mood occurring within individual tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady tempo for easy listening
catchy melodies with introspective themes
for late-night drives
uplifting vibes with reflective moments
danceable tracks for group enjoyment

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek purely upbeat anthems

Where this album fits

Career context: By the release of 'Dance and Cry', Mother Mother was well-established in the indie rock scene, having gained significant recognition since their debut in 2007. This album, their sixth studio effort, followed the successful 'No Culture' from 2017, showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while retaining their characteristic lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors: The New Pornographers· Tame Impala· Of Monsters and Men