Moving Up Living Down
Eric Hutchinson · 2012
43 min · 11 tracks · pop music
An uplifting blend of pop melodies and introspective lyrics that capture the complexities of modern life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Best Days — This track stands out for its infectious optimism and catchy chorus, encapsulating the album's overall theme of resilience and hope.
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Talk Is Cheap — The opening track sets the tone with its upbeat tempo and clever lyrics, highlighting Hutchinson's knack for blending wit with melody.
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The People I Know — Here, Hutchinson offers a reflective take on relationships and connections, showcasing his lyrical depth amidst a vibrant arrangement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features engaging melodies and relatable lyrics but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- uplifting melodies for optimism
- introspective themes for reflection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- feel-good vibes for socializing
- conversational lyrics for relatability
Maybe skip if you
- slow builds and long intros
- dark themes or heavy moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 17, 2012, Moving Up Living Down is Eric Hutchinson's second studio album, following his successful debut Sounds Like This. At this point in his career, Hutchinson was building on his initial exposure from hit singles like 'Rock & Roll,' aiming to solidify his presence in the pop music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ben Rector· Jack Johnson· Jason Mraz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Talk Is Cheap 4:33
- 2 Best Days 4:04
- 3 The Basement 3:34
- 4 Watching You Watch Him 3:31
- 5 Breakdown More 4:05
- 6 The People I Know 3:46
- 7 Living in the Afterlife 4:30
- 8 In the First Place 4:10
- 9 I'm Not Cool 3:35
- 10 Not There Yet 3:25
- 11 Lisa (bonus track) 4:16
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