Hello, Dear Wind cover

Hello, Dear Wind

Page France · 2005

45 min · 14 tracks · indie folk

Delicate melodies intertwine with whimsical lyrics, creating a serene indie folk tapestry that invites introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Jesus — This track showcases the band's ability to blend religious imagery with personal reflection, creating a thought-provoking narrative wrapped in gentle melodies.
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    Elephant — With its playful instrumentation and vivid storytelling, this song captures the essence of the album's whimsical yet poignant exploration of life's complexities.
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    Trampoline — The upbeat tempo and catchy chorus highlight the band's knack for crafting memorable hooks while delivering deeper themes of resilience and joy.
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    Grass — In just under two minutes, this concise track encapsulates the album's ethereal quality and lyrical depth, inviting listeners to reflect on nature and existence.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100
Foothills
Higher than 29% of albums we've rated

The album features delicate melodies and whimsical lyrics, creating a cohesive yet unconventional indie folk experience.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a gentle, plucked guitar melody that sets a soft tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
  • Many tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a lush soundscape, particularly in songs like 'Elephant' and 'Windy'.
  • Several songs incorporate unconventional structures, such as 'Trampoline', which shifts dynamics unexpectedly midway through.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 Chariot 3:39
  • 2 Jesus 3:30
  • 3 Dogs 3:35
  • 4 Elephant 3:03
  • 5 Junkyard 2:47
  • 6 Bush 2:46
  • 7 Windy 3:53
  • 8 Grass 1:53
  • 9 Glue 3:45
  • 10 Up 2:13
  • 11 Finders 1:38
  • 12 Trampoline 3:26
  • 13 Goodness 2:52
  • 14 Feather 6:34

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata