Echelons
For Against · 1987
39 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
Lush guitar textures intertwine with introspective lyrics, crafting a meditative yet driving soundscape that defines alternative rock's late '80s evolution.
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Shine — The opening track introduces a shimmering blend of jangly guitars and layered vocals, setting the tone for the album's reflective nature.
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Echelons — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of introspection and existential questioning, characterized by its haunting melody and poignant lyrics.
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Get on With It — With its driving rhythm and urgent vocal delivery, this track exemplifies the band's ability to balance melody with an underlying sense of urgency.
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Forget Who You Are — This song presents a stark contrast with its darker tones and contemplative lyrics, providing a deep emotional moment that resonates powerfully within the album's narrative arc.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate guitar work and introspective lyrics, marking a solid entry in late '80s alternative rock.
What we noticed
- The album features layered guitar textures that create a rich soundscape, particularly evident in tracks like 'Shine' and 'Echelons'.
- Several tracks employ a dynamic shift between quiet introspection and driving rhythms, such as the transition from 'It's a Lie' to 'Autocrat'.
- The lyrics often reflect personal and existential themes, which are delivered with a contemplative vocal style throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Tracklist
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- 1 Shine 4:06
- 2 Daylight 4:33
- 3 Get on With It 3:44
- 4 Echelons 4:04
- 5 It's a Lie 3:35
- 6 Autocrat 3:50
- 7 Forget Who You Are 3:32
- 8 Loud and Clear 4:36
- 9 Broke My Back 7:37
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