Every Kind of Light
The Posies · 2005
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and harmonies that capture the essence of melodic alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Conversations — This track exemplifies the band's signature harmonic style, weaving together introspective lyrics with an upbeat melody that encapsulates the album's overall tone.
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I Guess You’re Right — With its poignant lyrics and dynamic shifts, this song stands out as a reflection on relationships, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside their musical craft.
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Love Comes — This track captures a more tender side of The Posies, combining heartfelt lyrics with lush instrumentation that demonstrates their versatility within the alternative rock sphere.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and harmonies but lacks a cohesive flow across its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The use of jangly guitars is prominent throughout, with distinct melodic lines that often intertwine rather than follow a single lead.
- 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
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- melodic hooks for casual listening
- introspective lyrics for thoughtful engagement
- vibrant sound for uplifting moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- dislike consistent album flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Every Kind of Light marked The Posies' return after a six-year hiatus following their previous album, Amazing Disgrace. This release showcased their blend of power pop and alternative rock, right as they began to regain momentum in the music scene after their earlier successes in the 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Jayhawks· Big Star· Matthew Sweet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Great to Be Here Again! 3:58
- 2 Conversations 4:44
- 3 All in a Day’s Work 4:20
- 4 I Guess You’re Right 3:32
- 5 Anything and Everything 3:41
- 6 Second Time Around 3:35
- 7 Last Crawl 4:26
- 8 Could He Treat You Better? 4:05
- 9 Love Comes 3:19
- 10 I Finally Found a Jungle I Like!!! 3:14
- 11 That Don’t Fly 4:38
- 12 Sweethearts of Rodeo Drive 6:21
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