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Released 20 years ago

Pear and Sister Pinecone

Page France · 2006

41 min · 14 tracks · indie folk

A whimsical blend of gentle melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of indie folk's storytelling tradition.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Everybody Knows — This track exemplifies the album's blend of whimsical storytelling and intricate melodies, standing out with its catchy refrain and relatable themes.
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    The Saddest Ones — With its poignant exploration of melancholy wrapped in a soothing melody, this track captures the emotional depth that contrasts with the lighter moments on the album.
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    Say Wolf in the Summertime — This song’s vivid imagery and catchy rhythm illustrate the band's knack for creating engaging narratives set against a backdrop of uplifting instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Foothills
Higher than 20% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout tracks that elevate its overall impact.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the EP features a consistent use of soft acoustic instrumentation, while the second half introduces more varied arrangements, including layered harmonies.
  • Several tracks employ a call-and-response vocal style, particularly in 'Everybody Knows', which enhances the storytelling aspect.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the more upbeat earlier songs.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Million Man Money Hand 2:09
  • 2 All Things, All Right 3:39
  • 3 Talking Out-Louds 2:33
  • 4 Ladder Man 3:24
  • 5 The Saddest Ones 2:25
  • 6 Young One 3:10
  • 7 Everybody Knows 4:28
  • 8 Say Wolf in the Summertime 2:58

Disc 2

  • 1 Mother 3:38
  • 2 No One Likes a Bleeder 2:33
  • 3 Weatherman, Section One 2:20
  • 4 Weatherman, Section Three 2:39
  • 5 Passengers Laughing 2:19
  • 6 Antarctica (My Beloved Home) 3:06

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