Released 20 years ago
Like Vines
The Hush Sound · 2006
35 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alternative rock with intricate harmonies and poignant storytelling that dances between lightheartedness and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wine Red — This track is emblematic of the band's sound, combining catchy melodies with a reflective narrative about love and loss that resonates deeply.
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Sweet Tangerine — With its upbeat tempo and vivid imagery, this song captures the playful yet profound essence of the album, showcasing clever lyricism.
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You Are the Moon — This closing track stands out for its hauntingly beautiful melodies and emotional depth, encapsulating the lyrical themes present throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends upbeat and introspective elements, showcasing strong vocal harmonies and varied instrumentation.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Vocal harmonies are prominent, with multiple tracks featuring call-and-response sections between male and female vocals.
- Several songs incorporate varied instrumentation, including piano and strings, which enrich the overall sound without overshadowing the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
- reflective and introspective moods
- melodic storytelling experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2006, Like Vines was The Hush Sound's second album, following their debut, So Sudden. At this point, the band was establishing their unique sound and gaining traction in the alternative rock scene, marked by their eclectic influences and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jack's Mannequin· The Fray· Paramore
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Intertwined 3:17
- 2 A Dark Congregation 3:12
- 3 Sweet Tangerine 3:03
- 4 Lions Roar 2:52
- 5 Lighthouse 2:59
- 6 Don't Wake Me Up 3:41
- 7 Where We Went Wrong 3:31
- 8 Magnolia 3:49
- 9 Wine Red 2:34
- 10 Out Through the Curtain 3:27
- 11 You Are the Moon 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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