Hollywood EP
Angus & Julia Stone · 2008
14 min · 4 tracks · folk music
Melodic folk harmonies intertwine with reflective lyrics, creating an intimate atmosphere that captures the essence of Australian indie pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hollywood — As the title track, 'Hollywood' encapsulates the EP's dreamy quality and sets the tone with its catchy melody and introspective lyrics about fame and longing.
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All the Colours — This track showcases the duo's harmonious vocals and poetic lyricism, exploring themes of love and vulnerability against a backdrop of rich instrumentation.
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Johnny and June — 'Johnny and June' reflects on a romantic relationship with a playful yet poignant narrative, highlighting the duo's storytelling prowess through vivid imagery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong melodies and harmonies while maintaining an intimate atmosphere across its tracks.
What we noticed
- The first track, 'Hollywood,' features a gradual build-up with layered harmonies that set a reflective mood for the EP.
- Each song maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with acoustic instrumentation predominating throughout.
- The final track, 'Lonely Hands,' concludes with a soft fade-out, creating a sense of closure without resolution.
- 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
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This EP helped solidify their presence in the indie music scene.
- Themes
- dreamy longing· fame's allure· romantic storytelling
- Career context
- The Hollywood EP marked Angus & Julia Stone's first major release after their self-titled debut in 2007. This EP helped solidify their presence in the indie music scene, showcasing their distinctive sound and lyrical depth just as they began to gain traction internationally.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Paper Kites· First Aid Kit· Ben Howard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hollywood 2:39
- 2 All the Colours 4:31
- 3 Johnny and June 3:10
- 4 Lonely Hands 3:46
What to play next
Down the Way
2010
It expands on the intimate sound and lyrical depth of Hollywood EP.
A Book Like This
2007
It sets a similar melodic tone that leads into the vibe of Hollywood EP.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Shares intimate storytelling and reflective melodies, exploring themes of longing and personal connection.
Helplessness Blues
Fleet Foxes
Combines lush harmonies and introspective lyrics, creating a dreamy atmosphere of nostalgia and self-discovery.
The Lion's Roar
First Aid Kit
Features rich vocal harmonies and themes of love and loss, echoing the emotional depth found in the Hollywood EP.
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