It's Not How Far You Fall, It's the Way You Land
Soulsavers · 2007
46 min · 10 tracks · electronica
Gloomy, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals and a blend of electronic and organic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Revival — Opening the album with an immersive atmosphere, this track sets the tone for the exploration of loss and redemption that permeates throughout.
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Kingdoms of Rain — This track showcases a haunting melody combined with evocative lyrics that encapsulate the themes of sorrow and reflection present in the album.
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Jesus of Nothing — With its somber tone and profound lyrical content, this track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse spirituality with existential themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's atmospheric soundscapes and gradual build create a unique listening experience within electronica.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering atmospheric sounds before introducing vocals in the second half.
- Several tracks utilize a slow tempo and minimalistic arrangements, creating a sense of space and introspection.
- 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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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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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting vocals with atmospheric depth
- brooding soundscapes for introspection
- patient explorations of emotional landscapes
- moments of quiet reflection and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, energetic tracks
- need constant tempo changes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, this album marked Soulsavers' third studio effort and followed their well-received album 'Ghosts of the Civil Dead.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation for blending melancholic themes with rich musical textures, particularly through collaborations with various vocalists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Angels· Massive Attack· Portishead
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Revival 4:11
- 2 Ghosts of You and Me 4:14
- 3 Paper Money 3:19
- 4 Ask the Dust 4:17
- 5 Spiritual 5:34
- 6 Kingdoms of Rain 3:52
- 7 Through My Sails 3:27
- 8 Arizona Bay 4:59
- 9 Jesus of Nothing 4:13
- 10 No Expectations 8:26
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