Extended Play
Gin Wigmore · 2008
15 min · 5 tracks · folk rock
Raw, emotive vocals intertwine with gritty folk-rock instrumentation, creating a sound both personal and resonant with broader themes of love and loss.
Top tracks — play these first
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These Roses — This opening track showcases Wigmore's powerful vocal delivery and lyrical vulnerability, establishing the emotional depth that characterizes much of her work.
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S.O.S — The energetic tempo and catchy chorus of S.O.S highlight Wigmore's ability to blend pop sensibilities with folk roots, making it a standout on the EP.
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Hallelujah — Wigmore's cover of Hallelujah adds a fresh perspective through her distinct vocal interpretation, bridging traditional themes with contemporary emotion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and emotive delivery, establishing Wigmore's unique voice in folk rock.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a raw vocal performance that sets an emotive tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Each song varies in tempo, with 'Hallelujah' serving as a slower, reflective piece that contrasts with the more upbeat tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- concise emotional snapshots
- intimate sing-along moments
- quick bursts of energy
- reflective acoustic storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive albums
- seek complex sonic landscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Extended Play marks Gin Wigmore's debut project, introducing her unique blend of folk rock to the music scene after her win at the New Zealand SmokeFree Rockquest. This initial release set the stage for her subsequent rise in popularity and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lissie· Brandi Carlile· Of Monsters and Men
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 These Roses 3:15
- 2 S.O.S 3:04
- 3 Hallelujah 3:31
- 4 Under My Skin 2:50
- 5 Easy Come Easy Go 3:01
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