I'm Going Away
The Fiery Furnaces · 2009
47 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A kaleidoscopic journey through quirky melodies and intricate arrangements, blending eclectic influences with the band's signature indie rock sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Drive to Dallas — This track features a driving rhythm and playful narrative style that encapsulates the album's adventurous spirit while showcasing the duo's storytelling prowess.
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Even in the Rain — With its lush instrumentation and poignant lyrics, this song reflects themes of resilience and hope, embodying the emotional core of the album.
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Lost at Sea — The closing track offers an expansive soundscape, blending introspective lyrics with sweeping melodies that leave a lasting impression and encapsulate the album's journey.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate arrangements and eclectic influences, though it lacks a strong cohesive narrative.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Drive to Dallas,' which shifts from a slow build to a brisk pace midway through.
- The use of unconventional song structures is evident, with tracks like 'Charmaine Champagne' featuring extended instrumental sections that diverge from traditional verse-chorus forms.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- wave-like pacing experiences
- playful, whimsical listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, I'm Going Away marked The Fiery Furnaces' sixth studio album, showcasing their continued evolution after the critically acclaimed Bitter Tea. At this point, the band was exploring more concise songwriting while maintaining their idiosyncratic style, reflecting a shift towards accessibility without sacrificing complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Decemberists· Sufjan Stevens· Neutral Milk Hotel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm Going Away 2:27
- 2 Drive to Dallas 4:52
- 3 The End Is Near 2:58
- 4 Charmaine Champagne 3:06
- 5 Cut the Cake 3:03
- 6 Even in the Rain 4:17
- 7 Staring at the Steeple 3:55
- 8 Ray Bouvier 3:10
- 9 Keep Me in the Dark 4:03
- 10 Lost at Sea 5:21
- 11 Cups and Punches 3:35
- 12 Take Me Round Again 6:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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