Top tracks — play these first
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Waiting Around for Grace — Opening the album with an infectious melody, this track encapsulates Pond's signature blend of catchy pop hooks and layered instrumentation, setting the tone for the record.
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Elvis' Flaming Star — This track features a playful yet reflective tone, merging whimsical lyrics with vibrant arrangements that exemplify the band's unique style and sound.
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Man It Feels Like Space Again — The title track stands out with its sprawling length and immersive soundscapes, embodying the album's overarching themes of exploration and introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's expansive sound and layered instrumentation create a unique listening experience, though it may not resonate widely.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that gradually builds in intensity, layering instruments and vocals to create a rich soundscape.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation and exploration of themes rather than strict adherence to traditional song structures.
- The final track employs a slow fade-out, leaving the listener with an ambient sound that lingers after the music stops.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
- dreamy cosmic atmosphere throughout
- patient unfolding of soundscapes
- late-night introspective journeys
- playful yet contemplative vibes
- cathartic moments of release
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Man It Feels Like Space Again' was released in January 2015, Pond had already established themselves as a key player in the Australian psych-rock scene with their previous albums. This album marked a significant moment following their acclaimed release 'Hobo Rocket' (2013), showcasing their continued evolution in sound and experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tame Impala· MGMT· Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Waiting Around for Grace 5:09
- 2 Elvis' Flaming Star 3:25
- 3 Holding Out for You 4:43
- 4 Zond 4:04
- 5 Heroic Shart 4:04
- 6 Sitting Up on Our Crane 6:00
- 7 Outside Is the Right Side 5:09
- 8 Medicine Hat 4:07
- 9 Man It Feels Like Space Again 8:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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