Divers
Joanna Newsom · 2015
51 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music
Dreamlike melodies intertwine with intricate lyrics, creating a tapestry of emotions that balances whimsy and depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sapokanikan — This track offers a poignant exploration of urban decay and nostalgia, showcasing Newsom's ability to weave personal stories into broader themes.
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Leaving the City — The song features an evocative blend of imagery and metaphor, articulating feelings of departure and longing through its lush instrumentation.
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You Will Not Take My Heart Alive — This track stands out for its assertive defiance and emotional intensity, reflecting Newsom's growth as both a songwriter and performer.
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Time, as a Symptom — The closing track encapsulates the album's themes of impermanence and introspection, marrying lyrical depth with haunting melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Divers showcases intricate songwriting and unique arrangements, making it a standout in contemporary folk.
What we noticed
- Lyrically, the songs often employ vivid imagery and narrative elements, creating a sense of storytelling that unfolds gradually.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Goose Eggs
The narrative shifts from whimsical observations to profound reflections on life’s fragility.
This transition emphasizes the duality present throughout the album, juxtaposing light-heartedness with deeper existential themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Anecdotes 6:27
- 2 Sapokanikan 5:10
- 3 Leaving the City 3:48
- 4 Goose Eggs 5:01
- 5 Waltz of the 101st Lightborne 5:21
- 6 The Things I Say 2:35
Disc 2
- 1 Divers 7:06
- 2 Same Old Man 2:26
- 3 You Will Not Take My Heart Alive 4:01
- 4 A Pin‐Light Bent 4:26
- 5 Time, as a Symptom 5:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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