Mentor Tormentor
Earlimart · 2007
53 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
A tapestry of introspective melodies and layered instrumentation that captures the essence of indie rock's emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fakey Fake — Opening the album with an infectious hook, this track sets the tone with its catchy melody and introspective lyrics about authenticity.
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Happy Alone — This standout track juxtaposes upbeat instrumentals with poignant reflections on solitude, showcasing the band’s ability to blend contrasting emotions effectively.
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Bloody Nose — A highlight of the album, it features raw vocals and a compelling narrative that encapsulates themes of vulnerability and emotional struggle, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Cold Cold Heaven — With its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, this track exemplifies Earlimart's knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes that linger long after the song ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends introspective melodies with layered instrumentation, showcasing solid craftsmanship and emotional resonance.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Everybody Knows Everybody' and 'Gonna Break Into Your Heart.'
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually slow down, creating a reflective atmosphere as it concludes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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 Fakey Fake 3:58
- 2 Answers and Questions 4:33
- 3 Nevermind the Phonecalls 3:34
- 4 Happy Alone 4:42
- 5 The Little Things 2:12
- 6 700>100 3:18
- 7 Everybody Knows Everybody 2:37
- 8 Don't Think About Me 4:18
- 9 Gonna Break Into Your Heart 3:32
- 10 Bloody Nose 4:46
- 11 The World 2:11
- 12 Just Because 5:18
- 13 Segue 0:46
- 14 Nothing Is True 3:18
- 15 Cold Cold Heaven 3:51
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