I Am Easy to Find
The National · 2019
63 min · 16 tracks · indie rock
A lush tapestry of introspective melodies and intricate arrangements, weaving vulnerability through atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Had Your Soul With You — This opening track sets a contemplative tone with its blend of layered instrumentation and a poignant vocal delivery that encapsulates the album's themes of connection and introspection.
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Quiet Light — A standout ballad that combines delicate piano with haunting vocals, it explores themes of love and loss while showcasing the band's ability to evoke deep emotion through simplicity.
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Rylan — The track features an uplifting melody paired with reflective lyrics about longing and self-discovery, making it a highlight that illustrates the album's exploration of identity and relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate arrangements and emotional depth create a compelling listening experience, though its length affects cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album features a prominent use of layered instrumentation, with strings and synths complementing the guitar and vocals throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, creating a conversational tone that contrasts with the melodic sections.
- The running time is extended, with many songs exceeding four minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and atmospheric shifts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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
- wave-like pacing with dynamic flow
- introspective moments for quiet reflection
- emotional peaks and valleys experience
- contemplative listening for solitude
- vulnerable themes that resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward, upbeat songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Acclaimed for its ambitious structure and emotional depth, marking a high point in their career.
- Career context
- Released in 2019, I Am Easy to Find is The National's eighth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Sleep Well Beast. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as stalwarts of indie rock, known for their emotive lyricism and expansive sound. This album marks a collaboration with filmmaker Mike Mills, further expanding their creative boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Interpol· The War on Drugs· Bon Iver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Had Your Soul With You 3:26
- 2 Quiet Light 4:15
- 3 Roman Holiday 3:34
- 4 Oblivions 4:13
- 5 The Pull of You 3:58
- 6 Hey Rosey 4:14
- 7 I Am Easy to Find 4:30
- 8 Her Father in the Pool 1:02
- 9 Where Is Her Head 4:41
- 10 Not in Kansas 6:44
- 11 So Far So Fast 6:36
- 12 Dust Swirls in Strange Light 3:18
- 13 Hairpin Turns 4:27
- 14 Rylan 3:43
- 15 Underwater 1:21
- 16 Light Years 3:33
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