Faded
Alan Walker · 2015
19 min · 5 tracks · electronic dance music
Ethereal melodies intertwine with pulsating beats, creating an atmospheric soundscape that invites both introspection and dance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Faded Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, merging poignant lyrics with a soaring melody that showcases Walker's production prowess.
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Faded (Tiёsto’s Deep House remix) — This remix reinterprets the original with a fresh tempo and energy, highlighting how versatile the song is across different genres within electronic music.
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Faded (instrumental) — The instrumental version allows listeners to appreciate the intricate production elements and atmospheric layers without vocal distraction, exemplifying Walker's craft.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe single blends atmospheric melodies with strong electronic production, achieving notable commercial success.
What we noticed
- The main track features a haunting vocal melody that is layered over a steady, pulsating beat, creating an atmospheric sound.
- The instrumental version strips away the vocals, highlighting the electronic production and melodic elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Defined its genre or moment. 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
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection
- steady pacing for focused listening
- immersive atmosphere for late nights
- haunting melodies that linger
- varied interpretations of a theme
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek standalone, varied singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — 'Faded' established Alan Walker's reputation and gained him wide recognition.
- Career context
- When 'Faded' was released in December 2015, Alan Walker was still early in his career, having gained recognition for his breakout single 'Faded' which followed his earlier release 'Fade'. This debut single marked a significant milestone, propelling him into the global electronic music scene and establishing his signature sound characterized by emotive melodies and deep house influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Zedd· Kygo· Marshmello
Tracklist
- 1 Faded Start here 3:32
- 2 Faded (instrumental) 3:35
- 3 Faded (restrung) 3:37
- 4 Faded (Tiёsto’s Deep House remix) 4:29
- 5 Faded (Tiёsto’s Northern Lights remix) 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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