Mary's Voice
The Music Tapes · 2012
41 min · 14 tracks · independent music
An eclectic mix of whimsical sounds and haunting melodies, blending lo-fi aesthetics with inventive instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Dark Is Singing Songs (Sleepy Time Down South) — Opening with dreamlike vocals and gentle instrumentation, this track sets the tone for the entire album, encapsulating its whimsical yet introspective spirit.
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The Big Beautiful Shops (It's Said That It Could Be Anyone) — This song combines narrative storytelling with lush arrangements, effectively showcasing the band's ability to weave complex emotions into simple melodies.
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Playing ''Evening'' — Here, the band explores themes of nostalgia and reflection, using layered sounds to create an immersive auditory experience that resonates deeply.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's imaginative use of instrumentation and storytelling creates a unique listening experience.
What we noticed
- Tracks often blend spoken word elements with melodic singing, creating a narrative quality that engages the listener.
- Several pieces are interludes that disrupt the flow, with 'Intermission, Part 1' and 'Intermission, Part 2' serving as pauses rather than traditional songs.
- 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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8/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dark Is Singing Songs (Sleepy Time Down South) 4:42
- 2 Saw and Calliope Organ on Wire 0:57
- 3 S' Alive, Part 1 0:57
- 4 The Big Beautiful Shops (It's Said That It Could Be Anyone) 5:03
- 5 Spare the Dark Streets 4:16
- 6 To All Who Say Goodnight 5:24
- 7 Intermission, Part 1 0:08
- 8 Intermission, Part 2 0:08
- 9 Kolyada #3 1:43
- 10 Playing ''Evening'' 4:33
- 11 Go Home Again 3:29
- 12 S' Alive to Be Known (May We Starve) 3:22
- 13 [untitled] 0:16
- 14 Takeshi and Elijah 6:37
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