Left Side of the Brain cover

Left Side of the Brain

Fiction Plane · 2007

43 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A blend of melodic rock and introspective lyrics wrapped in a polished, alternative soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Anyone — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and lyrical exploration of longing and vulnerability, encapsulating the band's melodic strengths.
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    Death Machine — This track stands out for its driving rhythm and sharp social commentary, illustrating the band's knack for blending catchy hooks with thought-provoking themes.
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    Left Side of the Brain — The title track delves into introspective themes about identity and perception, showcasing Fiction Plane's lyrical depth alongside a memorable chorus that resonates with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
  • Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies that create a rich sound texture, particularly in 'Cold Water Symmetry' and 'Drink'.
  • Lyrically, the album explores introspective themes with a focus on personal struggles and societal observations, evident in tracks like 'Running the Country'.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Anyone 3:47
  • 2 Death Machine 3:01
  • 3 Two Sisters 3:51
  • 4 It's a Lie 3:26
  • 5 Left Side of the Brain 3:59
  • 6 Cold Water Symmetry 3:41
  • 7 Running the Country 3:40
  • 8 Drink 4:33
  • 9 Presuppose 3:30
  • 10 Cross the Line 5:14
  • 11 Fake Light From the Sun 4:17

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