One from the Modern
Ocean Colour Scene · 1999
43 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of Britpop melodies and rock energy, laced with introspective lyrics and catchy hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Am the News — This track exemplifies the album's sharp commentary on media influence and public perception through its catchy chorus and engaging instrumentation.
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Families — Incorporating a reflective tone, this song explores familial relationships and societal expectations, offering a poignant contrast to the album’s upbeat tracks.
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July — With its nostalgic vibe and lush melodies, 'July' captures the essence of summer while reflecting on personal memories and experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy melodies with introspective themes but lacks strong cohesion in its sequencing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving rhythms and upbeat melodies, while the fourth track introduces a slower tempo with a focus on introspective lyrics.
- The final two tracks shift towards a more reflective tone, with 'The Waves' ending on a lingering chord that leaves a sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- mid-tempo reflective moments
- engaging narrative progression
- vibrant background ambiance
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified their reputation after previous commercial success.
- Career context
- Released in early 1999, One from the Modern marked Ocean Colour Scene's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of their previous release, Marchin' Already. By this time, the band had solidified their status within the Britpop movement, navigating a shift towards a more mature sound while maintaining their energetic roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Verve· Oasis· Stereophonics
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Profit in Peace 4:14
- 2 So Low 3:54
- 3 I Am the News 4:03
- 4 No One at All 2:40
- 5 Families 2:56
- 6 Step by Step 2:34
- 7 July 3:34
- 8 Jane She Got Excavated 3:11
- 9 Emily Chambers 3:44
- 10 Soul Driver 3:35
- 11 The Waves 6:08
- 12 I Won’t Get Grazed 2:51
What to play next
Mechanical Wonder
2001
Continues the vibrant sound with more depth and exploration of themes.
Marchin' Already
1997
Sets the stage with similar energy and catchy hooks leading into 'One from the Modern'.
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