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Fire and Stone

The Gray Havens · 2015

41 min · 10 tracks

A tapestry of folk-infused melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of wonder and nostalgia.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Inheritance — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its ethereal soundscape and evocative lyrics about legacy, drawing listeners into the thematic exploration ahead.
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    Songs in the Night — This track highlights the duo's ability to weave personal experiences into universal themes, creating a hauntingly beautiful reflection on hope amidst darkness.
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    Stole My Fame (To: Grace) — With its poignant lyrics and intimate delivery, this song stands out as an emotional centerpiece, illustrating vulnerability and grace in relationships.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and cohesive themes but remains within familiar folk-pop territory.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature layered harmonies and build gradually in intensity, while the fourth track introduces a more rhythmic, upbeat tempo.
  • The final two tracks slow down significantly, with sparse instrumentation that emphasizes lyrical introspection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Inheritance 4:12
  • 2 Songs in the Night 3:55
  • 3 The Stone 4:51
  • 4 Sirens 4:05
  • 5 Jack and Jill, Pt. 2 5:00
  • 6 Music, They Call Me 4:42
  • 7 Stole My Fame (To: Grace) 2:45
  • 8 Under the Mountain 3:21
  • 9 If the Walls Move 4:02
  • 10 Far Kingdom 4:24

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