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Released 20 years ago

New Horizon

MYMP · 2006

57 min · 14 tracks · music of the Philippines

A soothing blend of acoustic melodies and heartfelt vocals that captures the essence of love and longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    With You — This track opens the album with its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics, setting the emotional tone for what follows. Its romantic themes resonate deeply with listeners, exemplifying MYMP's signature style.
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    Only Reminds Me of You — The poignant lyrics capture the pain of lost love, showcasing MYMP's ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet powerful songwriting. This track highlights their strength in delivering relatable narratives.
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    Sa 'Yo Lamang — This song stands out for its melodic richness and heartfelt delivery, encapsulating the essence of devotion. It's a love song that reflects cultural sentiments prevalent in Filipino music.
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    Crazy for You — A vibrant and catchy track that showcases MYMP's versatility, blending upbeat rhythms with romantic lyrics, appealing to a wide audience beyond traditional ballads.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends acoustic melodies with heartfelt vocals, creating a recognizable sound within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of acoustic guitar as the primary instrument, with layered harmonies that create a soothing atmosphere.
  • Several tracks include a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the emotional connection between the singers and the listener.
  • The tempo remains predominantly slow to mid-tempo throughout, with only a few tracks introducing slight variations in pace.
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
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

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.

  • Only Reminds Me of You

    The song shifts from nostalgic reminiscence to a powerful declaration of lingering feelings, emphasizing the emotional weight of memories tied to past love.

    The transition between reflective verses and an emphatic chorus amplifies the emotional stakes, capturing how memories can simultaneously haunt and comfort.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 With You 3:23
  • 2 Only Reminds Me of You 4:21
  • 3 Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now 4:52
  • 4 Love Stood Still 3:22
  • 5 You Got It All 4:33
  • 6 Sa 'Yo Lamang 4:30
  • 7 Every Breath You Take 3:55
  • 8 Last Chance 4:33
  • 9 Crazy for You 4:35
  • 10 Forever and a Day 3:15
  • 11 Ang Pag-Ibig Mo 3:55
  • 12 So Perfect 4:44
  • 13 Back Home 4:29
  • 14 Soon It's Christmas 3:12

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