Released 10 years ago
Lighthouse
iamthemorning · 2016
47 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with intricate arrangements, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that captivates listeners from start to finish.
Top tracks — play these first
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Too Many Years — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics reflecting on the passage of time and emotional growth, encapsulated in rich harmonies that enhance its reflective mood.
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Lighthouse — The title track features a powerful vocal performance paired with lush instrumentation, conveying a sense of yearning and hope that resonates throughout the album.
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Harmony — With its intricate vocal layers and delicate arrangement, this song exemplifies the band's ability to create an intimate atmosphere while exploring themes of connection and unity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and a cohesive sound, blending indie rock with classical elements.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate classical instrumentation, such as strings and woodwinds, which intertwine with rock elements to create a rich soundscape.
- The album's pacing varies, with interludes like 'I Came Before the Water, Part II' providing moments of reflection between more dynamic pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Came Before the Water, Part I 1:41
- 2 Too Many Years 5:09
- 3 Clear Clearer 4:35
- 4 Sleeping Pills 3:43
- 5 Libretto Horror 2:13
- 6 Lighthouse 6:13
- 7 Harmony 5:19
- 8 Matches 4:18
- 9 Belighted 3:28
- 10 Chalk and Coal 4:56
- 11 I Came Before the Water, Part II 2:56
- 12 Post Scriptum 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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