Past, Present, Future
Tiki Taane · 2007
59 min · 13 tracks · experimental music
A fusion of electronic beats and Māori influences creates a vibrant soundscape that celebrates cultural identity and personal reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tangaroa — This track stands out for its haunting melodies and rhythmic complexity, embodying the album's thematic exploration of nature and spirituality.
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Music Has Saved Me — The song captures a deeply personal narrative about resilience and healing through music, resonating strongly with listeners navigating their own struggles.
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Past Present Future — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's overarching themes of time and identity, blending reflective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of electronic and Māori influences creates a unique sound, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that blend electronic beats with traditional Māori instruments, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, interspersing narrative with music to enhance thematic depth.
- The final three tracks slow the tempo significantly, shifting from upbeat rhythms to more reflective soundscapes.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whakapuaki (An Awakening) 1:48
- 2 Tangaroa 5:00
- 3 Now This Is It 3:23
- 4 Our Favourite Target 5:25
- 5 Faded 4:02
- 6 Saviour Dub 6:10
- 7 Always on My Mind 2:56
- 8 Wotcha Got 3:44
- 9 Always on My Mind Dub 4:47
- 10 Music Has Saved Me 4:19
- 11 Past Present Future 4:24
- 12 It’s All in Your Head 5:27
- 13 Tainui Waka 8:29
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