Ixora
Copeland · 2014
41 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Dreamy melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a serene landscape of alternative rock and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Have I Always Loved You? — Opening with vulnerable musings on love, this track sets an intimate tone that permeates the album, drawing listeners into Copeland's reflective world.
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I Can Make You Feel Young Again — This song blends nostalgic lyrics with an uplifting melody, showcasing the band's ability to evoke both longing and hope, making it a highlight of the album.
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In Her Arms You Will Never Starve — Closing the album with haunting beauty, this track encapsulates themes of dependence and comfort through lush instrumentation and poignant vocals.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's lush soundscapes and introspective lyrics create a cohesive yet emotionally resonant experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered instrumentation that builds gradually, creating a lush soundscape before the tempo shifts in track four.
- Vocals often harmonize with ambient synths, allowing melodies to drift rather than dominate, which enhances the introspective feel.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- introspective moments of reflection
- lush melodies for quiet nights
- cathartic emotional releases
- gentle pacing for late evenings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of upbeat tempos
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Ixora' was released in January 2014, Copeland had reformed after a brief hiatus following their 2008 album 'You Are My Sunshine'. This return marked their first full-length release in six years and showcased a more mature sound while retaining their signature emotional resonance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mae· The Early November· Anberlin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have I Always Loved You? 2:52
- 2 Disjointed 4:35
- 3 I Can Make You Feel Young Again 4:04
- 4 Erase 4:27
- 5 Lavender 4:11
- 6 Ordinary 3:31
- 7 Like a Lie 4:27
- 8 Chiromancer 4:42
- 9 World Turn 4:02
- 10 In Her Arms You Will Never Starve 4:56
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