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First of My Kind

Miles Kane · 2012

12 min · 4 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and catchy melodies, infused with a sense of youthful exuberance and retro charm.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    First of My Kind — The title track sets the tone for the album with its infectious chorus and energetic instrumentation, capturing Kane’s signature sound.
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    Night Runner — This track features a driving rhythm and lyrical themes of adventure, encapsulating the youthful spirit that pervades the album.
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    Looking Out My Window — With its introspective lyrics and stripped-down arrangement, this song highlights Kane's ability to convey vulnerability amidst an upbeat sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks significant depth or innovation.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a driving beat and jangly guitars, establishing an upbeat tempo that carries through the first three songs.
  • The fourth track shifts to an acoustic arrangement, slowing the pace significantly and providing a contrast to the preceding tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 First of My Kind 3:12
  • 2 Night Runner 3:51
  • 3 Looking Out My Window 2:23
  • 4 Colour of the Trap (acoustic) 3:10

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