House on the Hill
The Babies · 2012
35 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A tapestry of lo-fi indie rock woven with jangly guitars and heartfelt melodies, capturing a sense of wandering and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alligator — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating the playful yet contemplative spirit of the album.
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Get Lost — This song showcases a more reflective side of the band, blending introspective lyrics with an upbeat tempo that highlights their signature sound.
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Moonlight Mile — With its dreamlike quality and lush instrumentation, this track exemplifies the band's ability to create atmospheric moments that linger long after listening.
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See the Country — This track highlights a more narrative-driven approach with relatable themes of yearning for escape, making it a standout among the album's offerings.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends upbeat and introspective elements, showcasing a solid but not indie rock sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with jangly guitars, while the second half shifts to more introspective melodies and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a sense of depth and texture throughout the record.
- The production maintains a lo-fi aesthetic, with some tracks featuring prominent reverb and a raw sound that enhances the emotional quality.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alligator 2:13
- 2 Slow Walkin 3:01
- 3 Mess Me Around 2:15
- 4 Get Lost 3:19
- 5 Baby 2:54
- 6 Mean 3:04
- 7 On My Team 2:28
- 8 Moonlight Mile 2:29
- 9 See the Country 3:03
- 10 That Boy 3:45
- 11 Chase It to the Grave 3:24
- 12 Wandering 3:14
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