Making a New World
Field Music · 2020
42 min · 19 tracks · indie rock
An eclectic blend of indie rock and art pop, weaving intricate melodies with thought-provoking lyrics in a concise format.
Top tracks — play these first
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Coffee or Wine — This track captures the essence of personal choice amidst societal pressures, using metaphorical language that reflects both intimacy and broader existential themes.
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Between Nations — With its intricate harmonies and sharp lyrical commentary on geopolitical tensions, this song stands out as a centerpiece addressing global interconnectedness.
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Only in a Man’s World — This track presents a poignant critique of gender dynamics, featuring a catchy melody that contrasts with its serious subject matter, making it impactful and memorable.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's eclectic structure and thematic depth create a compelling but uneven listening experience.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate spoken word elements alongside traditional singing, blending different vocal styles.
- The instrumentation often shifts between acoustic and electronic sounds, with layered arrangements that evolve throughout the tracks.
- Recurring motifs and themes are developed across multiple tracks, particularly in the two-part pieces that explore similar ideas.
- 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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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
- wave-like pacing that unfolds
- introspective moments for reflection
- short tracks encourage replaying
- distinct sections create variety
- thought-provoking themes for engagement
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward anthems
- prefer immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Making a New World marks Field Music's sixth studio album, following their 2018 release, Open Here. By this point in their career, the band had matured into seasoned songwriters known for their clever arrangements and introspective themes. The album showcases their continued evolution in sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Futureheads· Hot Chip· Broken Social Scene
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sound Ranging 0:56
- 2 [silence] 0:40
- 3 Coffee or Wine 3:03
- 4 Best Kept Garden 2:54
- 5 I Thought You Were Something Else 1:12
- 6 Between Nations 4:05
- 7 A Change of Heir 2:39
- 8 Do You Read Me? 4:20
- 9 From a Dream, Into My Arms 1:20
- 10 Beyond That of Courtesy 2:13
- 11 A Shot to the Arm 2:32
- 12 A Common Language, Pt. 1 2:02
- 13 A Common Language, Pt. 2 0:32
- 14 Nikon, Pt. 1 2:34
- 15 Nikon, Pt. 2 0:54
- 16 If the Wind Blows Towards the Hospital 1:27
- 17 Only in a Man’s World 2:46
- 18 Money Is a Memory 3:33
- 19 An Independent State 2:40
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