Oh My God, Charlie Darwin
The Low Anthem · 2008
42 min · 12 tracks · folk rock
A haunting blend of folk melodies and rich harmonies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Charlie Darwin — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of exploration and existential reflection, perfectly showcasing the band's intricate vocal harmonies and atmospheric instrumentation.
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To Ohio — With its poignant lyrics and melodic simplicity, this track serves as a heartfelt ode to longing and homecoming, resonating deeply with listeners.
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(Don't) Tremble — The song's delicate arrangement and emotional delivery highlight the band's ability to blend vulnerability with powerful storytelling, 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.
The album blends innovative arrangements with introspective themes, creating a distinct folk-rock sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature unconventional instrumentation, such as the use of a music box and various percussive elements, which add texture to the sound.
- The album includes recurring motifs, such as themes of nostalgia and loss, which are explored in different ways across multiple songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 Charlie Darwin 4:33
- 2 To Ohio 3:18
- 3 Ticket Taker 3:08
- 4 The Horizon Is a Beltway 2:51
- 5 Home I'll Never Be 2:50
- 6 Cage the Songbird 4:02
- 7 (Don't) Tremble 4:38
- 8 Music Box 1:52
- 9 Champion Angel 5:33
- 10 To the Ghosts Who Write History Books 3:30
- 11 OMGCD 2:04
- 12 To Ohio (reprise) 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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