Departing
The Rural Alberta Advantage · 2011
32 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant blend of haunting melodies and heartfelt narratives that evoke the beauty and struggle of life in rural Canada.
Top tracks — play these first
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Two Lovers — This opening track sets the tone with its intimate storytelling and rich instrumentation, making it a perfect introduction to the album's themes of love and loss.
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Under the Knife — With its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics about vulnerability, this song encapsulates the emotional intensity that permeates throughout Departing.
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Tornado '87 — This track stands out for its vivid imagery and narrative style, reflecting on a specific event while connecting personal memory to broader experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic tracks with introspective moments, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving rhythms and layered instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a more subdued, reflective tone with minimalistic arrangement.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, creating a sense of emotional tension.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on the final track, allowing for 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Two Lovers 3:23
- 2 The Breakup 3:17
- 3 Under the Knife 3:35
- 4 Muscle Relaxants 2:55
- 5 North Star 3:06
- 6 Stamp 3:08
- 7 Tornado '87 3:48
- 8 Barnes' Yard 2:24
- 9 Coldest Days 3:08
- 10 Good Night 4:07
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