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Eli Lieb

Eli Lieb · 2011

36 min · 10 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics, showcasing pop rock's emotional resonance.

Top tracks — play these first

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    All I Wanted — This track encapsulates Lieb's lyrical vulnerability and melodic strength, combining a catchy chorus with reflections on longing and desire.
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    Tidal Waves — With its driving beat and anthemic refrain, this song illustrates Lieb's ability to create uplifting soundscapes while tackling complex emotions.
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    Ghost — In 'Ghost', Lieb explores themes of loss and memory through haunting melodies, showcasing his depth as a songwriter and vocalist.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album features a mix of upbeat and introspective tracks, with solid songwriting but lacks standout moments.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered instrumentation, while the subsequent tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower rhythms.
  • Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the emotional connection between the singer and listener.
  • The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, culminating in a reflective final track that leaves an unresolved feeling.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

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 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Undone

    The moment shifts from reminiscing about past love to confronting the pain of letting go.

    This structural pivot enhances the emotional weight of the narrative, making the finality of loss more palpable.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Red 1:53
  • 2 All I Wanted 4:17
  • 3 Place of Paradise 3:34
  • 4 Tightrope 3:35
  • 5 Tidal Waves 4:15
  • 6 We Own the Beat 3:25
  • 7 Ghost 3:23
  • 8 Red and Blue 4:13
  • 9 Call It a Day 3:17
  • 10 Undone 4:13

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