What makes Home, Land and Sea by TrinityRoots notable?

This album solidified TrinityRoots' place in New Zealand's music landscape, receiving critical acclaim and commercial success. It reached the top of the charts and contributed to the growing recognition of indigenous sounds in contemporary music. Released in 2004, Home, Land and Sea was TrinityRoots' second studio album, following their self-titled debut. The band was gaining recognition in the New Zealand music scene, building on their earlier success with a sound that blended rock, funk, and Maori influences.

How many songs are on Home, Land and Sea?

Home, Land and Sea has 9 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Home, Land and Sea

TrinityRoots · 2004

55 min · 9 tracks · rock music

A fusion of soulful melodies, rhythmic grooves, and heartfelt lyrics that evoke the spirit of Aotearoa.

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Aotearoa — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its rich harmonies and cultural resonance, establishing a connection to New Zealand identity.
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Longs I for You — The song showcases the band's ability to blend emotional depth with intricate musical arrangements, making it one of the standout moments on the album.
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Home, Land & Sea — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of belonging and connection to nature, featuring poignant lyrics and a captivating melody.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album blends rock with indigenous sounds, creating a cohesive yet familiar experience.

What we noticed

The album opens with a strong rhythmic groove in 'Aotearoa', setting a lively tone that persists through the first half.
Tracks feature layered instrumentation, with guitars and percussion interweaving to create a rich soundscape.
Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

All We Be

A pivotal moment where the lyrics shift from personal reflection to a collective call for unity among communities.

This transition emphasizes the importance of shared experiences, broadening the focus from individual struggles to communal identity.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Aotearoa 2:17
2 Longs I for You 7:16
3 The Dream 8:58
4 All We Be 5:40
5 Egos 7:28
6 Angelsong 4:26
7 Touches Me 5:38
8 Way I Feel 8:32
9 Home, Land & Sea 5:37

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