Iris
Miranda Sex Garden · 1992
29 min · 5 tracks · gothic rock
Ethereal harmonies entwine with dark, atmospheric instrumentals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that defines gothic rock's early '90s aesthetic.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lovely Joan — This opening track introduces the listener to the band's signature sound, characterized by haunting melodies and lush vocal harmonies that set the tone for the rest of the EP.
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Fear — With its darker undertones and more complex arrangement, this track showcases the band's ability to blend emotional depth with intricate instrumentation, making it a standout moment on the EP.
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Iris — 'Iris' serves as the centerpiece of the EP, highlighting both lyrical introspection and an evocative soundscape that encapsulates the essence of Miranda Sex Garden's artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal vocals with dark instrumentals, establishing a cohesive gothic sound.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a haunting vocal harmony that is layered over sparse, atmospheric instrumentation, setting a dark tone.
- Each song features ethereal vocals that often intertwine, creating a sense of dialogue rather than traditional lead and backing roles.
- The final track, 'Iris', concludes with an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of melancholy.
- 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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8/10
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 Lovely Joan 2:40
- 2 Falling 5:39
- 3 Fear 7:07
- 4 Blue Light 6:30
- 5 Iris 7:17
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