Top tracks — play these first
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Standing in the Middle of the Field — This opening track sets an atmospheric tone with its lush synth layers and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the album's themes of introspection and connection.
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Airborne — With its upbeat tempo and soaring melodies, this track exemplifies the band’s knack for combining emotional depth with danceable rhythms, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Tied to the Weather — This song features a compelling mix of melodic hooks and thought-provoking lyrics about life's uncertainty, showcasing the band's mature songwriting and production style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic tracks with reflective moments, showcasing strong hooks and production.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered synths, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on the final track, creating a sense of resolution after the energetic preceding songs.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- optimistic soundscapes
- for sunny afternoons
- engaging headphone listening experience
- flowing tracks with cohesive feel
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2017, Cut Copy released Haiku from Zero as their fifth studio album, following 2013's Free Your Mind. At this point in their career, they were exploring new directions while maintaining their signature sound, marking a continuation of their evolution in the electronic music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Empire of the Sun· Hot Chip· Passion Pit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Standing in the Middle of the Field 5:31
- 2 Counting Down 3:50
- 3 Black Rainbows 4:08
- 4 Stars Last Me a Lifetime 3:45
- 5 Airborne 5:18
- 6 No Fixed Destination 4:13
- 7 Memories We Share 5:02
- 8 Living Upside Down 5:49
- 9 Tied to the Weather 4:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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