MantaRay
Siouxsie Sioux · 2007
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and Siouxsie's ethereal vocals creating an immersive experience that transcends traditional genre boundaries.
Top tracks — play these first
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Into a Swan — The opening track captures the essence of the album with its driving rhythm and powerful vocals, setting a tone of transformation and renewal.
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If It Doesn't Kill You — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation, reflecting themes of resilience and personal growth amidst adversity.
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Sea of Tranquility — Showcasing lush melodies and layered textures, this song exemplifies Siouxsie's ability to blend alternative rock with ethereal elements, creating a mesmerizing listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
MantaRay showcases strong atmospheric composition and production, with distinct vocal delivery that sets it apart.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a layered synth atmosphere that gradually introduces Siouxsie's vocals, creating an immersive soundscape.
- Several tracks feature a slow build-up of instrumentation, often culminating in a dense wall of sound before receding into quieter passages.
- The album includes moments where Siouxsie's voice is treated with effects, adding to the ethereal quality and enhancing the atmospheric feel.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, MantaRay marked Siouxsie Sioux's first solo album after the breakup of her influential band Siouxsie and the Banshees in 1996. This album came during a period of personal reinvention for her, as she explored new sonic landscapes while maintaining her distinctive gothic aesthetic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bauhaus· The Cure· Joy Division
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Into a Swan 4:12
- 2 About to Happen 2:50
- 3 Here Comes That Day 4:03
- 4 Loveless 4:24
- 5 If It Doesn't Kill You 4:32
- 6 One Mile Below 3:00
- 7 Drone Zone 3:22
- 8 Sea of Tranquility 5:13
- 9 They Follow You 5:02
- 10 Heaven and Alchemy 4:19
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