Megafauna
And So I Watch You From Afar · 2024
43 min · 9 tracks · post-rock
A sprawling sonic landscape where intricate guitar melodies intertwine with expansive atmospheric textures and dynamic rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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North Coast Megafauna — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its sweeping melodies and rhythmic complexity that exemplifies the band's signature style while introducing new elements.
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Mother Belfast (Part 1) — This track features an evocative build-up that captures a sense of place and memory, making it a standout representation of the album's thematic exploration.
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Any Joy — With its concise structure and poignant instrumentation, this track distills the band's ability to convey deep emotion in less time, marking a refreshing shift in their approach.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's expansive soundscapes and seamless transitions create an immersive post-rock experience.
What we noticed
- The album features long, evolving tracks that often build from quiet, intricate guitar lines to climactic, layered crescendos.
- Each track transitions smoothly into the next, creating a continuous flow that enhances the immersive experience.
- Dynamic shifts in rhythm and texture are prevalent, with moments of intense energy juxtaposed against serene passages.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- sweeping soundscapes for exploration
- dynamic shifts that inspire awe
- immersive journeys through vastness
- thoughtful moments for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- fans of straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 9, 2024, 'Megafauna' is And So I Watch You From Afar's first album after a four-year hiatus following their 2020 release, 'The Endless Shimmer.' The band has evolved from their early instrumental post-rock roots to incorporate more expansive soundscapes and thematic narratives, showcasing their artistic growth during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Explosions in the Sky· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· This Will Destroy You
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 North Coast Megafauna 6:27
- 2 Do Mór 4:14
- 3 Gallery of Honour 5:32
- 4 Mother Belfast (Part 1) 5:51
- 5 Mother Belfast (Part 2) 3:46
- 6 Years Ago 5:14
- 7 Any Joy 3:09
- 8 Button Days 3:19
- 9 Me and Dunbar 5:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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