Dream No. 7 cover

Dream No. 7

Reamonn · 2001

65 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic rock anthems blend with reflective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that traverses themes of longing and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Everytime She Goes Away — This track stands out for its emotional depth and catchy melody, capturing the essence of longing that permeates the album.
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    Picture of Heaven — With its soaring chorus and introspective lyrics, this song embodies the album's exploration of dreams and aspirations.
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    Life Is a Dream — The title track offers a reflective perspective on existence, combining poignant lyrics with a powerful arrangement that resonates deeply.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album combines melodic rock with reflective themes but lacks standout compositions to elevate it further.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that build a consistent melodic foundation, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
  • Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the anthemic quality of the melodies.
  • The last three tracks shift towards a more introspective tone, with slower tempos and reflective lyrics that contrast with the earlier anthems.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • introspective moments of reflection
  • melodic journeys through emotions
  • late-night solitude with depth
  • cathartic release in crescendos

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, Dream No. 7 marked Reamonn's third studio album following their successful self-titled debut in 1999 and the sophomore effort, Tuesday, in 2000. By this point, the band had established themselves as a prominent force in the German rock scene, building on their commercial success and expanding their musical identity.
Stylistic neighbors
The Fray· Lifehouse· Snow Patrol

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Come and Go 5:02
  • 2 La Trieste 3:57
  • 3 Everytime She Goes Away 5:48
  • 4 C Inside 3:32
  • 5 Picture of Heaven 4:30
  • 6 New World 4:59
  • 7 Flowers 4:40
  • 8 Only When You Sleep 5:37
  • 9 Life Is a Dream 4:59
  • 10 Weep / Streetwalker 11:01
  • 11 Saving an Angel 5:33
  • 12 Jeanny 5:40

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