Released 13 years ago this October
Guilt Trips
Ryan Hemsworth · 2013
36 min · 10 tracks · electronic music
A hazy blend of introspective electronic beats and atmospheric textures that evoke a sense of longing and isolation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Weird Life — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of existential themes through disjointed yet captivating rhythms, making it a standout representation of Hemsworth's style.
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Yaeko Mitamura Is Lonely — With its delicate production and haunting melodies, this track exemplifies Hemsworth's talent for creating intimate soundscapes that evoke deep emotion.
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Day / Night / Sleep System — The lengthy closing track serves as a meditative journey, blending ambient textures with rhythmic complexity, showcasing Hemsworth's avant-garde approach to electronic music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's atmospheric soundscapes and gradual builds create a unique yet cohesive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of ambient soundscapes layered with intricate electronic beats, creating a cohesive atmosphere throughout.
- Tracks often employ a slow build-up, gradually introducing new elements and textures rather than abrupt changes.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamlike soundscapes for introspection
- short bursts of emotional clarity
- late-night reflective listening sessions
- melodic textures that evoke nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of fast-paced energy
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Guilt Trips' was released in October 2013, Ryan Hemsworth was emerging as a significant figure in the electronic music scene, following his acclaimed mixtape 'Still Awake' from 2013. This album marked his first full-length studio release, showcasing his unique approach to production and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shlohmo· Cashmere Cat· Flume
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Small + Lost 2:33
- 2 Against a Wall 4:33
- 3 Weird Life 4:02
- 4 Still Cold 2:02
- 5 Avec vous 3:38
- 6 Happiness & Dreams Forever 1:42
- 7 Yaeko Mitamura Is Lonely 3:40
- 8 Ryan Must Be Destroyed 4:30
- 9 One for Me 3:30
- 10 Day / Night / Sleep System 5:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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