Daughter of Cloud
of Montreal · 2012
56 min · 17 tracks · indie rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi pop, eclectic instrumentation, and surreal lyrics that challenges conventional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Our Love Is Senile Start here — This track stands out for its intricate layering of sounds and poignant lyrics that explore themes of aging and love's complexities. Its catchy melody juxtaposes with deeper emotional undertones, making it emblematic of the album's overall ethos.
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Georgie's Lament — With its haunting melodies and reflective lyrics, this song captures the essence of vulnerability and nostalgia. The delicate instrumentation complements the lyrical narrative, creating a memorable listening experience.
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Tender Fax — This track showcases a playful yet poignant exploration of communication in relationships, wrapped in whimsical production choices. Its upbeat tempo contrasts with the deeper message, highlighting the band's knack for blending lightheartedness with serious themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's eclectic instrumentation and surreal lyrics create a distinctive listening experience, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The album features a wide range of instrumentation, including unconventional elements like synthesizers and strings, which create a layered soundscape.
- Several tracks employ abrupt tempo changes and unconventional song structures, often shifting between different musical ideas within the same song.
- Lyrically, the album incorporates surreal and abstract themes that challenge traditional narrative forms, requiring active engagement from the listener.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical melodies for playful spirits
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- introspective lyrics for deep thinking
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Features unconventional song structures and eclectic instrumentation, diverging from earlier styles.
- Themes
- aging love complexities· whimsical communication
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 2012, of Montreal had established themselves as a staple in the indie rock scene with a distinct psychedelic flair. 'Daughter of Cloud' came after their acclaimed album 'Paralytic Stalks', showcasing a continued evolution in sound while embracing more experimental elements and introspective themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Apples in Stereo· Panda Bear· Tame Impala
Tracklist
- 1 Our Love Is Senile Start here 3:54
- 2 Obviousatonicnuncio 3:01
- 3 Sails, Hermaphroditic 3:33
- 4 Steppin' Out 2:35
- 5 Hindlopp Stat 4:32
- 6 Partizan Terminus 2:01
- 7 Georgie's Lament 4:15
- 8 Jan Doesn't Like It 2:50
- 9 Feminine Effects 3:40
- 10 Tender Fax 3:15
- 11 Psychotic Feeling 2:56
- 12 Alter Eagle 2:32
- 13 Kristiansand 2:58
- 14 Micro University 2:48
- 15 Subtext Read, Nothing New 2:28
- 16 Noir Blues to Tinnitus 5:18
- 17 Expecting to Fly 3:44
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