Dream Machine
Tokio Hotel · 2017
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of electronic rock and pop, shimmering with youthful energy and introspective lyrics throughout its catchy melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Something New Start here — This opening track captures the album's fresh sonic direction with its pulsating beats and anthemic chorus, setting the tone for renewal and exploration.
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Boy Don't Cry — A heartfelt ballad that delves into vulnerability, it stands out for its emotional resonance and showcases the band's ability to blend powerful lyrics with delicate melodies.
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Dream Machine — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, merging reflective lyrics with an infectious hook that invites listeners to embrace dreams and aspirations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends electronic rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing a solid but not evolution in sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered electronic elements alongside traditional rock instrumentation, creating a dynamic soundscape.
- The lyrics often reflect on youth and self-discovery, with recurring motifs that tie the album's themes together.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- youthful introspective moments
- dynamic emotional journeys
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return for the band after a hiatus, showing continued relevance.
- Career context
- Released on March 3, 2017, 'Dream Machine' is Tokio Hotel's fifth studio album and marks their return after a hiatus since 2014's 'Kings of Suburbia'. At this point in their career, the band aimed to reinvent their sound while maintaining the emotional depth of their earlier work, reflecting both personal growth and a shift in musical direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Chemical Romance· Panic! at the Disco· 30 Seconds to Mars
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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What If
The bridge imagines alternate realities where choices could lead to different outcomes, creating a poignant moment of contemplation about life's paths.
This structural pivot introduces a layered complexity by shifting from present scenarios to hypothetical reflections, enhancing the song's emotional depth.
Tracklist
- 1 Something New Start here 5:21
- 2 Boy Don't Cry 3:30
- 3 Easy 4:25
- 4 What If 3:31
- 5 Elysa 4:28
- 6 Dream Machine 4:34
- 7 Cotton Candy Sky 3:29
- 8 Better 3:43
- 9 As Young as We Are 3:49
- 10 Stop, Babe 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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