Faith in the Future
Craig Finn · 2015
39 min · 10 tracks · post-punk
A poignant exploration of personal loss and connection wrapped in Finn's signature storytelling and melodic post-punk arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Maggie I've Been Searching for Our Son — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its urgent narrative of desperation, blending personal stakes with broader themes of searching and loss.
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I Was Doing Fine (Then a Few People Died) — In this track, Finn juxtaposes mundane life against the backdrop of grief, capturing how death can shift perspectives dramatically within everyday experiences.
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Going to a Show — This song highlights the communal aspect of music and how it serves as a refuge during tough times, reflecting on both personal and shared experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong storytelling and varied arrangements, making it engaging yet cohesive.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, with guitars and keyboards weaving in and out to support Finn's vocal storytelling.
- The last track concludes with a somber reflection, creating a sense of closure that contrasts with the more energetic pieces earlier in the album.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- narrative-driven lyrical exploration
- poignant moments of introspection
- late-night reflective listening
- steady pacing with melodic flow
Maybe skip if you
- seeks instant gratification
- prefers high-energy experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Craig Finn's second solo album after his tenure with The Hold Steady, 'Faith in the Future' showcases his continued evolution as a storyteller. Following his debut, 'Clear Heart Full Eyes,' this album reflects a deeper dive into themes of family and mortality, marking a steady stride in his solo career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Hold Steady· Modest Mouse· The National
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Maggie I've Been Searching for Our Son 4:02
- 2 Roman Guitars 4:05
- 3 Newmyer's Roof 4:41
- 4 Sarah, Calling From a Hotel 3:15
- 5 Going to a Show 3:29
- 6 Sandra From Scranton 4:00
- 7 Saint Peter Upside Down 4:25
- 8 Trapper Avenue 4:34
- 9 Christine 3:57
- 10 I Was Doing Fine (Then a Few People Died) 3:15
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