Flux
Ellie Goulding · 2019
3 min · 1 track · alternative rock
A lush tapestry of synths and ethereal vocals intertwines to create a dreamlike and introspective sonic landscape.
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Flux — The title track encapsulates the album's essence by weaving together haunting melodies with vulnerable lyrics about change and self-discovery, establishing a new direction for Goulding.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The track combines solid production with engaging vocals but lacks depth for lasting appeal.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady, driving beat that underpins layered synths and vocal harmonies throughout.
- Ellie Goulding's vocals are processed with effects that create an ethereal quality, blending into the instrumental backdrop.
- The song builds dynamically, introducing additional elements in the chorus to elevate intensity before returning to a more subdued verse.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid single that fits well within the artist's catalog but isn't a standout entry point.
- Career context
- By the time 'Flux' was released in January 2019, Ellie Goulding was returning after a three-year hiatus following her album 'Delirium' (2015). This single marked her artistic reinvention as she explored deeper emotional themes through an evolving sound that merges pop and alternative influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flux 3:49
If this landed
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Two Suns
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Combines dreamlike soundscapes with ethereal vocals and emotional depth, much like 'Flux'.
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Explores complex emotions through atmospheric production and haunting vocal delivery, resonating with 'Flux'.
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