Goes West
William Tyler · 2019
37 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
A serene blend of fingerpicked guitar and atmospheric soundscapes that evoke a sense of expansive Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alpine Star — The opening track introduces listeners to Tyler's lush guitar tones and sets a contemplative mood that permeates the album.
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Call Me When I’m Breathing Again — This track features poignant melodies that encapsulate the album's introspective themes, showcasing Tyler's ability to convey emotion through instrumentation.
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Virginia Is for Loners — With its engaging narrative and vivid imagery, this song exemplifies Tyler's skill in blending personal stories with broader cultural motifs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate arrangements and atmospheric quality contribute to its strong appeal within the folk and instrumental genres.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental passages, with several tracks exceeding five minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes.
- Fingerpicked guitar serves as the primary melodic instrument, often accompanied by subtle layers of ambient sound that create a sense of space.
- The track 'Virginia Is for Loners' employs a slow build, layering additional instrumentation over a simple guitar motif, enhancing its emotional impact.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- serene soundscapes for reflection
- gentle melodies for quiet moments
- evocative guitar for nature walks
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer vocal-driven compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Goes West' was released in January 2019, William Tyler had already established himself as a noteworthy figure in the contemporary instrumental music scene. This album marked his fourth studio release, following the critically acclaimed 'Modern Country' (2016), showcasing his growth as a composer and guitarist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Daniel Bachman· Gillian Welch· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alpine Star 5:26
- 2 Fail Safe 3:18
- 3 Not in Our Stars 3:09
- 4 Call Me When I’m Breathing Again 3:00
- 5 Eventual Surrender 3:03
- 6 Rebecca 4:03
- 7 Venus in Aquarius 5:15
- 8 Virginia Is for Loners 3:12
- 9 Man in a Hurry 3:42
- 10 Our Lady of the Desert 3:34
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