What makes Night Night at the First Landing by Madeline Kenney notable?

The album received critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and solidifying Kenney's place in the indie music scene. Its innovative production and lyrical depth helped it resonate with listeners, contributing to a growing interest in female-led indie music during that era. Released in early 2017, Night Night at the First Landing is Madeline Kenney's debut album, following her initial foray into music with a series of singles. At this point, she was establishing her unique sound and identity within the indie pop landscape, having recently signed to the notable label Carpark Records.

How many songs are on Night Night at the First Landing?

Night Night at the First Landing has 10 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Night Night at the First Landing

Madeline Kenney · 2017

32 min · 10 tracks

A dreamy blend of lo-fi pop and introspective lyrics that evoke late-night contemplations under starry skies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Witching Hour — This track encapsulates the album’s ethereal quality, combining haunting melodies with vivid imagery that invites listeners into a reflective state.
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Don’t Forget / There’s Room — Opening the album, this song sets the tone with its intricate layering and poignant lyrics that explore themes of belonging and memory.
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Big One — With its catchy hook and upbeat rhythm, this track demonstrates Kenney's ability to balance introspection with an accessible pop sensibility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative production and introspective lyrics, establishing a unique sound within its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a track that features layered vocals and a slow build-up, creating an atmospheric introduction.
Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt shifts in dynamics and tempo.
The production employs reverb-heavy instrumentation, which contributes to the dreamy quality of the sound throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Don’t Forget / There’s Room 3:25
2 Rita 2:55
3 Witching Hour 3:05
4 John in Irish 4:44
5 This Way / You’re Happy 2:02
6 Always 3:30
7 Big One 2:59
8 Waitless 3:10
9 Uncommon 3:23
10 Give Up / On Anything 3:42

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