Intercepted Message
Osees · 2023
41 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Psychedelic textures intertwine with chaotic rhythms, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound that oscillates between frenetic energy and introspective moments.
Top tracks — play these first
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Intercepted Message — The title track encapsulates the album's overarching themes of communication and disconnection, utilizing layered instrumentation that creates a sense of urgency.
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Die Laughing — With its driving beat and dynamic shifts, this track exemplifies Osees' ability to blend punk energy with psychedelic nuances, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Always at Night — Closing the album with an expansive soundscape, this track explores deeper emotional currents, contrasting sharply with the preceding frenetic energy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases innovative compositions and strong production, though its cohesion suffers from varied pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective pieces.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes and unconventional song structures, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- The use of layered instrumentation and psychedelic effects creates dense soundscapes that invite deeper listening.
- 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 peaks
- chaotic energy for active listening
- engaging flow of short tracks
- dynamic climaxes and resolutions
- frenetic bursts of melodic chaos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek calm and soothing sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 18, 2023, Intercepted Message marks Osees' follow-up to their critically acclaimed album A Foul Form. By this point, the band had solidified their reputation for innovative soundscapes, blending elements of alternative rock and noise into a distinct sonic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Blank Chems
A transition in the verse shifts from external observations to an introspective reflection on personal struggles.
This pivot not only deepens the narrative but also enhances the emotional weight of the song, contrasting outer chaos with inner turmoil.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stunner 2:45
- 2 Blank Chems 4:15
- 3 Intercepted Message 3:24
- 4 Die Laughing 4:07
- 5 Unusual & Cruel 3:22
- 6 The Fish Needs a Bike 3:17
- 7 Goon 2:12
- 8 Chaos Heart 2:47
- 9 Submerged Building 2:48
- 10 Sleazoid Psycho 3:09
- 11 Always at Night 6:54
- 12 Opus No. 1 2:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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