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Multi-Love

Unknown Mortal Orchestra · 2015

1 track · psychedelic rock

Psychedelic grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a surreal exploration of love and identity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Multi-Love — The title track encapsulates the album's exploration of complex romantic dynamics through its layered instrumentation and candid lyrics about non-traditional love.
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    Can’t Keep Checking My Phone — This track combines catchy melodies with commentary on modern distractions, highlighting the tension between technology and genuine connection.
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    Ur Life One Night — With its lush production and reflective lyrics, this song delves into existential themes, showcasing the band's knack for blending personal introspection with vibrant soundscapes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production but is limited by its single-track format.

What we noticed

  • Vocals are delivered with a conversational tone, often overlapping in harmonies that reflect the lyrical themes of love and identity.
  • The song's structure includes several shifts in dynamics, moving from quiet introspection to more energetic sections without losing cohesion.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Multi-Love

    The moment shifts perspectives to address multiple lovers directly, illustrating the complexities of polyamory in an intimate manner.

    This direct address contrasts with the more general narratives found elsewhere on the album, making it a unique exploration of shared emotional space.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Multi-Love

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