Kind Heaven
Perry Farrell · 2019
31 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alt-rock and eclectic influences, capturing a kaleidoscopic vision of life and love.
Top tracks — play these first
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(Red, White, and Blue) Cheerfulness — This opening track sets the tone with its upbeat rhythm and optimistic lyrics, encapsulating the album's celebration of life amidst chaos.
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Pirate Punk Politician — A politically charged anthem that critiques societal norms through a playful lens, demonstrating Farrell's knack for merging commentary with catchy hooks.
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Where Have You Been All My Life — This track showcases emotional depth with its introspective lyrics about longing and connection, highlighting Farrell’s lyrical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases varied influences but lacks a strong cohesive narrative throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features layered vocals and a driving beat, setting an upbeat tone.
- Several tracks incorporate diverse instrumentation, including electronic elements and traditional rock setups, creating a varied sonic palette.
- The final track features a gradual build-up with a reflective tone, contrasting with the more energetic earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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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
- whimsical energy for daytime
- short bursts of playful expression
- cathartic anthems for gatherings
- invigorating sound for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive tracks
- seek serious, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Perry Farrell's first solo album in nearly two decades, Kind Heaven marks a significant return after his work with Jane's Addiction and Other Side. By this time, Farrell was exploring new musical territories while continuing to influence alternative rock culture through his unique vision and artistry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jane's Addiction· Soundgarden· Stone Temple Pilots
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Red, White, and Blue) Cheerfulness 2:20
- 2 Pirate Punk Politician 2:50
- 3 Snakes Have Many Hips 3:27
- 4 Machine Girl 3:35
- 5 One 4:02
- 6 Where Have You Been All My Life 3:25
- 7 More Than I Could Bear 4:17
- 8 Spend the Body 3:01
- 9 Let’s All Pray for This World 4:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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