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Miami

The Go Find · 2004

36 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A shimmering blend of indie pop and electronic textures that captures the essence of youthful exploration and urban dreaming.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Over the Edge — This opening track sets the tone with its bright melodies and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the album's themes of longing and discovery.
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    Summer Guest — Rich in layered instrumentation, this song epitomizes the carefree spirit of summer while showcasing the band's knack for infectious choruses.
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    City Dreamer — With its lush arrangements and introspective lyrics, this track represents the album's exploration of urban life and personal aspirations.
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    What I Want — This song features a catchy hook and a driving rhythm that captures youthful desire and determination, serving as an anthem for self-discovery.
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    Bleeding Heart — The emotional depth in this track highlights vulnerability through its poignant lyrics and delicate melody, making it a standout moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid melodic hooks and production but lacks standout depth or innovation.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature bright, layered synths and steady beats that establish an upbeat tempo.
  • Several songs incorporate vocal harmonies that weave in and out of the instrumental sections, creating a dynamic texture.
  • The album closes with a track that features a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of atmosphere.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Sky Window

    The imagery shifts from vibrant cityscapes to intimate reflections, creating a contrast between external beauty and internal struggles.

    This juxtaposition deepens the listener's engagement by marrying vivid external visuals with personal introspection, enhancing the thematic richness of the song.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Over the Edge 4:18
  • 2 Summer Guest 5:00
  • 3 City Dreamer 2:54
  • 4 What I Want 3:45
  • 5 Sky Window 4:12
  • 6 Bleeding Heart 3:54
  • 7 Modern Times 2:58
  • 8 The Party 2:11
  • 9 Igloo 3:36
  • 10 Blister on My Thumb 3:52

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata