Top tracks — play these first
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Earth Sick — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of environmental concern and personal turmoil, merging poignant lyrics with a haunting melody that lingers long after it ends.
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Machine Start here — This track juxtaposes mechanical sounds with organic vocals, symbolizing the tension between technology and humanity, making it a standout representation of the album's central ideas.
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Flags — With its uplifting chorus and evocative imagery, this song serves as a powerful anthem about resilience and hope amidst adversity, illustrating Oh Land's ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper messages.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong production and introspective lyrics but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong electronic beat in 'Machine', establishing a rhythmic foundation that persists throughout.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the introspective lyrics.
- The pacing varies significantly, with tracks like 'Earth Sick' and 'Doubt My Legs' slowing down to emphasize lyrical themes, while others maintain a more upbeat tempo.
- 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
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- introspective moments of reflection
- uplifting anthems for self-discovery
- ethereal soundscapes for daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its introspective themes and lush production, showcasing artist growth.
- Career context
- Earth Sick is Oh Land's third studio album, following her self-titled breakthrough in 2011 and the more experimental Wish Bone in 2013. At this point, she was solidifying her presence in the pop music scene while exploring deeper lyrical themes around personal struggles and societal issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lykke Li· Bat for Lashes· Imogen Heap
Tracklist
- 1 Machine Start here 3:57
- 2 Favor Friends 3:17
- 3 Head Up High 3:33
- 4 Earth Sick 4:44
- 5 Nothing Is Over 3:07
- 6 Doubt My Legs 4:31
- 7 Half Hero 3:24
- 8 Daylight 4:24
- 9 Hot ’n’ Bothered 3:59
- 10 Little Things 3:43
- 11 Flags 3:40
- 12 No Particular Order 4:18
- 13 Trailblazer 4:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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