Lately
Ivy · 1994
17 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a haunting soundscape that captures the essence of 90s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wish It All Away — The opening track establishes a hypnotic tone with its lush instrumentals and contemplative lyrics, encapsulating the emotional depth of the EP.
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I Hate December — This track stands out for its raw emotional honesty, pairing poignant lyrics about seasonal depression with an infectious melody that reflects the band's unique sound.
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I Guess I'm Just a Little Too Sensitive — The closing track effectively captures the essence of vulnerability and introspection, showcasing Ivy's ability to blend evocative storytelling with catchy hooks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ivy's debut EP showcases strong melodies and cohesive sound, establishing their identity in the alternative rock scene.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a gentle, layered guitar melody that sets a dreamy tone for the EP.
- Vocals are often harmonized, creating a lush sound that complements the ethereal instrumentation throughout.
- The last two tracks feature a noticeable drop in tempo, allowing for a more introspective and reflective mood as the EP concludes.
- 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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5/10
- 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
- short reflective emotional journey
- front-loaded engaging listening experience
- introspective moments of vulnerability
- dreamy melodies for quiet afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer albums with variety
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Lately marks Ivy's debut EP, released in 1994 when the band was still establishing its identity in the burgeoning alternative rock scene. This release came just before their first full-length album, Realistic, which would further define their sound and help them gain wider recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lush· Cocteau Twins· The Sundays
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wish It All Away 3:10
- 2 Twisting 4:15
- 3 I Hate December 2:33
- 4 Can't Even Fake It 3:30
- 5 I Guess I'm Just a Little Too Sensitive 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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