What makes Grow by Chon notable?

'Grow' received critical acclaim, heralding Chon as a key player in the progressive rock scene. The album's inventive compositions helped them gain a broader audience, leading to successful tours and collaborations with prominent artists in the genre. When 'Grow' was released in March 2015, Chon was transitioning from their self-titled EP to a full-length album. This release marked their debut studio album, showcasing a matured sound that blended their earlier math rock influences with more expansive arrangements and melodic intricacies.

How many songs are on Grow?

Grow has 12 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Grow

Chon · 2015

34 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion

Intricate melodies weave through rhythmic landscapes, merging progressive rock with elements of jazz and electronic textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Story — This track exemplifies Chon's signature blend of complex rhythms and melodic hooks, showcasing their technical prowess while remaining accessible to listeners.
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Can’t Wait — With its upbeat tempo and catchy riffs, this song captures the band's ability to fuse intricate musicianship with an infectious energy, making it a fan favorite.
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Perfect Pillow — The tranquil melodies and layered instrumentation create a dreamy atmosphere, demonstrating the band's versatility and emotional range within their progressive sound.
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Drift — Opening the album, this brief track sets the stage for the sonic journey ahead with its ethereal quality, establishing the album's immersive tone.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Intricate compositions and seamless transitions define this jazz fusion album, showcasing Chon's unique sound.

What we noticed

Melodic lines are frequently exchanged between guitar and bass, creating a dialogue that drives the compositions forward.
Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, adding layers of texture that enhance the overall sound without overshadowing the instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

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 Drift 0:36
2 Story 3:51
3 Fall 3:41
4 Book 2:44
5 Can’t Wait 3:11
6 Suda 3:05
7 Knot 3:05
8 Moon 1:21
9 Splash 2:30
10 Perfect Pillow 3:38
11 Echo 2:54
12 But 3:53

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