What makes Open Here by Field Music notable?

The album received critical acclaim, with several publications praising its exploration of contemporary themes through a unique musical lens. It peaked at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing the band's enduring popularity while influencing a new wave of indie musicians seeking to blend eclectic sounds with introspective songwriting. Open Here is Field Music's sixth studio album, released after their 2016 album Commontime. By this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for clever arrangements and lyrical depth, having developed a distinct sound that melded British pop with experimental rock influences.

Who is Open Here for?

Open Here works well if you're into steady pacing with gradual climax, bittersweet reflections on daily life and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on Open Here?

Open Here has 11 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Open Here

Field Music · 2018

39 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of art rock and pop, interwoven with intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Time in Joy — This opening track establishes the album's thematic depth, setting a reflective tone with its rich instrumentation and layered harmonies.
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Count It Up — With its catchy chorus and rhythmic complexity, this track exemplifies Field Music's knack for marrying pop sensibility with sophisticated musicality.
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Goodbye to the Country — This song captures a sense of nostalgia and longing through poignant lyrics and a haunting melody that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases clever arrangements and thoughtful lyrics, balancing upbeat tracks with introspective moments.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a softer, more introspective mood.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing with gradual climax
bittersweet reflections on daily life
short tracks for quick engagement
intricate melodies for detail exploration

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer standalone anthems

Where this album fits

Career context: Open Here is Field Music's sixth studio album, released after their 2016 album Commontime. By this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for clever arrangements and lyrical depth, having developed a distinct sound that melded British pop with experimental rock influences.
Stylistic neighbors: The Futureheads· Hot Chip· Broken Social Scene