Dead Magic (Anna von Hausswolff album)
Anna von Hausswolff · 2018
47 min · 5 tracks · indie rock
A haunting blend of organ-driven melodies and ethereal vocals that evoke a sense of mystical introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Truth, the Glow, the Fall — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive arrangement and powerful vocal delivery, encapsulating themes of transformation and loss.
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Ugly and Vengeful — Clocking in at over 16 minutes, this track serves as a centerpiece, showcasing von Hausswolff's experimental approach while exploring darker emotional territories through lush instrumentation.
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The Mysterious Vanishing of Electra — With its intricate layers and haunting atmosphere, this track exemplifies the album's ethereal quality and highlights her unique vocal stylings.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's atmospheric depth and unique sound create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features long, atmospheric tracks that often exceed six minutes, allowing for extended development of themes.
- Each song incorporates a prominent organ presence, creating a haunting backdrop for the ethereal vocals.
- The final track gradually builds in intensity before concluding with a slow fade, leaving a lingering sense of resolution.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- haunting melodies for deep focus
- gradual builds leading to climax
- mystical introspection on quiet nights
- immersive listening for contemplative moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Dead Magic is Anna von Hausswolff's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed The Miraculous in 2015. At this point, she had established herself as a distinctive voice within the indie rock scene, building anticipation for her evolving sound and thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aldous Harding· Jessica Pratt· Sharon Van Etten
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Truth, the Glow, the Fall 12:08
- 2 The Mysterious Vanishing of Electra 6:08
- 3 The Marble Eye 5:19
- 4 Ugly and Vengeful 16:17
- 5 Källans återuppståndelse 7:26
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