Different Creatures
Circa Waves · 2017
40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
An energetic blend of upbeat indie rock infused with introspective lyrics and driving guitar riffs.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fire That Burns — This track stands out due to its anthemic chorus and energetic instrumentation that captures the essence of youthful defiance and longing.
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Goodbye — The emotional depth of this song is highlighted through its poignant lyrics and stirring melodies, representing a shift towards more introspective themes.
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Stuck — With its infectious hooks and relatable narrative about feeling trapped, this track exemplifies the band's ability to blend catchy sounds with meaningful storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic songwriting but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and anthemic choruses, while the fourth track introduces a more introspective tone.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a fuller sound, particularly in the chorus sections.
- The album closes with two slower tracks that shift the mood significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- youthful exuberance and introspection
- short bursts of energetic melodies
- reflective moments amidst upbeat tracks
- for afternoon adventures
Maybe skip if you
- dislike introspective lyrical content
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Different Creatures is Circa Waves' second studio album, following their debut Young Chasers from 2015. At this point, the band was transitioning from the initial success of their debut to solidifying their identity in the indie rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Catfish and the Bottlemen· The Wombats· VANT
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up 3:25
- 2 Fire That Burns 3:50
- 3 Goodbye 3:13
- 4 Out on My Own 5:13
- 5 Different Creatures 3:51
- 6 Crying Shame 3:06
- 7 Love’s Run Out 2:39
- 8 Stuck 3:33
- 9 A Night on the Broken Tiles 4:10
- 10 Without You 3:35
- 11 Old Friends 3:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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