Opaline
Dishwalla · 2002
44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A lush blend of shimmering guitars and introspective lyrics that capture a sense of yearning and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Every Little Thing — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and polished production, embodying the album's blend of alternative rock and pop sensibilities.
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Angels or Devils — The song showcases a haunting melody paired with reflective lyrics, highlighting the thematic depth present throughout Opaline.
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Home — As one of the album's more emotionally resonant tracks, it captures feelings of longing and belonging, making it a poignant centerpiece.
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Mad Life — This track features driving rhythms and introspective lyrics that reflect the struggles of balancing personal desires with external pressures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it above its peers.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered guitar textures that create a lush soundscape, while the fourth track introduces a more straightforward rock structure.
- Several songs employ a recurring melodic motif, particularly in the chorus, which enhances their emotional resonance.
- The album's pacing varies, with mid-tempo tracks dominating the first half and a gradual shift to slower ballads in the latter part.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lush soundscapes for introspective moments
- yearning melodies for reflective afternoons
- patient unfolding of emotional depth
- warm tones for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- want immediate gratification from songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2002, Opaline was Dishwalla's third studio album, following their successful sophomore effort, Pet Your Friends (1996). At this stage, the band was navigating a post-grunge landscape while trying to redefine their sound amidst lineup changes and evolving musical trends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Live· Counting Crows· Third Eye Blind
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opaline (5.1 mix) 4:10
- 2 Angels or Devils (5.1 mix) 4:03
- 3 Somewhere in the Middle (5.1 mix) 3:42
- 4 Every Little Thing (5.1 mix) 4:26
- 5 When Morning Comes (5.1 mix) 3:59
- 6 Home (5.1 mix) 4:52
- 7 Today, Tonight (5.1 mix) 3:02
- 8 Mad Life (5.1 mix) 3:54
- 9 Candleburn (5.1 mix) 4:01
- 10 Nashville Skyline (5.1 mix) 4:40
- 11 Drawn Out (5.1 mix) 4:01
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