Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Crimson Tide — Opening the album with an atmospheric soundscape, this track introduces listeners to the lush synth textures that define much of the record's sonic palette.
-
→
Kinda Dark — This song encapsulates the album's exploration of light and dark themes, blending catchy melodies with poignant lyrics about uncertainty and introspection.
-
→
Have We Met — The title track serves as a reflective centerpiece, questioning connections and identity with a haunting melody that lingers long after it ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends introspective lyrics with inventive production, maintaining a cohesive yet evolving sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that features layered synths and a prominent bass line, setting a hazy atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements alongside melodic vocals, creating a conversational tone.
- The last three tracks feature a gradual decrease in tempo, culminating in a reflective closing piece that contrasts with the earlier energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
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 reflective listening
- introspective moments of quiet contemplation
- dreamlike ambiance for late nights
- rich synths for headphone immersion
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 31, 2020, Have We Met is Destroyer's eleventh studio album, following the critically acclaimed ken from 2019. At this point in his career, Dan Bejar continues to evolve his sound while maintaining a distinctive narrative style, marking a further exploration into synthesizer-driven compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The New Pornographers· Spoon· Wolf Parade
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
-
University Hill
In this track's bridge, a shift occurs where the narrative perspective changes, creating a moment of self-reflection amidst urban imagery.
This structural choice deepens the song's emotional impact, contrasting personal experience with broader societal observations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crimson Tide 6:09
- 2 Kinda Dark 3:25
- 3 It Just Doesn't Happen 5:01
- 4 The Television Music Supervisor 4:09
- 5 The Raven 3:35
- 6 Cue Synthesizer 3:55
- 7 University Hill 3:39
- 8 Have We Met 2:54
- 9 The Man in Black's Blues 3:39
- 10 Foolssong 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.