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Dream Talk

Still Corners · 2024

37 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A lush tapestry of shimmering synths and ethereal vocals that invites listeners into a dreamlike soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Dream — This track exemplifies the album's ethereal quality with its swirling melodies and introspective lyrics that explore themes of escapism and desire.
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    Lose More Slowly — A standout moment on the album, this song combines a catchy chorus with poignant reflections on love and loss, encapsulating the emotional depth of the project.
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    Turquoise Moon — The closing track offers a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that leaves listeners with a sense of longing and wonder, capturing the essence of the album's dreamy aesthetic.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album creates an immersive soundscape with strong production, though it doesn't significantly innovate within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a track that features layered synths and soft vocals, establishing a dreamlike atmosphere immediately.
  • Several tracks utilize a slow build-up, gradually introducing additional instrumental layers before reaching a lush climax.
  • The last three tracks feature a noticeable drop in tempo, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier songs.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • dreamy introspective listening sessions
  • short immersive soundscapes
  • gentle emotional exploration
  • atmospheric background ambience
  • layered ethereal textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2024, Dream Talk marks Still Corners' fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, The Last Exit, which solidified their presence in the dream pop scene. At this point in their career, the duo has honed their signature blend of atmospheric soundscapes and introspective lyrics, continuing to evolve artistically while maintaining their core aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
Beach House· M83· Cocteau Twins

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Today Is the Day 4:24
  • 2 The Dream 4:49
  • 3 Faded Love 4:07
  • 4 What Is Real 1:25
  • 5 Lose More Slowly 4:03
  • 6 Secret World 3:40
  • 7 Let’s Make Up 3:07
  • 8 Crystal Blue 3:42
  • 9 The Ship 4:44
  • 10 Turquoise Moon 2:53

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