Kindred
Passion Pit · 2015
37 min · 10 tracks · synth-pop
A vibrant fusion of synth-pop melodies and introspective lyrics that transport listeners through a kaleidoscope of emotions.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lifted Up (1985) — This opening track sets an energetic tone with its infectious beat and uplifting lyrics, encapsulating the album's exploration of hope amidst challenges.
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All I Want — A standout for its raw emotional honesty, this song combines catchy hooks with introspective verses about longing and connection that resonate deeply.
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My Brother Taught Me How to Swim — This track features a poignant narrative about familial bonds and growth, illustrating Angelakos's ability to intertwine personal storytelling with captivating melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic synth-pop with introspective moments, showcasing strong production and songwriting.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature layered synths and vocal harmonies that build to climactic choruses, while others strip back to more introspective verses.
- The last three tracks slow down the pace, introducing a more reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier upbeat songs.
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- bright synths for uplifting moods
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- infectious hooks for sing-alongs
- consistent journey with emotional peaks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer abrupt, varied tempos
- seek standalone single experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, Kindred is Passion Pit's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed Gossamer from 2012. This record marked a significant transition for the band as lead singer Michael Angelakos delved deeper into personal themes, reflecting on mental health and relationships while experimenting with their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- MGMT· Empire of the Sun· Foster the People
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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All I Want
The chorus escalates, repeating a mantra of desire and yearning while layering harmonies that create an emotional crescendo.
This structural repetition amplifies the sense of urgency in the narrator’s plea, emphasizing the weight of unfulfilled longing.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lifted Up (1985) 4:23
- 2 Whole Life Story 3:18
- 3 Where the Sky Hangs 3:51
- 4 All I Want 3:26
- 5 Five Foot Ten (I) 4:34
- 6 Dancing on the Grave 3:28
- 7 Until We Can’t (Let’s Go) 4:06
- 8 Looks Like Rain 3:55
- 9 My Brother Taught Me How to Swim 4:13
- 10 Ten Feet Tall (II) 2:25
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