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Pelican/Mono

Pelican · 2005

31 min · 3 tracks · post-metal

Heavy, immersive soundscapes blend intricate guitar work and dynamic rhythms that evoke both contemplation and intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Ran Amber — This track exemplifies Pelican's signature sound with its gradual build-up of tension that culminates in an explosive climax, showcasing their mastery of dynamics.
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    Angel Tears (James Plotkin remix) — The remix reinterprets the original song's themes while introducing electronic elements that broaden the track's texture, reflecting Pelican's willingness to explore new sounds.
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    Yearning — At nearly sixteen minutes long, this composition allows the band to fully develop themes of longing and exploration, making it a cornerstone of the album’s narrative arc.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

This EP showcases strong composition and craft but lacks cohesion due to its remix track.

What we noticed

  • The first track, 'Ran Amber', builds gradually with layered guitars and a slow crescendo, lasting over eight minutes before introducing drums.
  • The second track is a remix that reinterprets the original material, creating a different sonic landscape while maintaining the core elements.
  • The final track, 'Yearning', features a more dynamic structure with shifts in tempo and intensity, contrasting with the more ambient opening.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ran Amber 9:03
  • 2 Angel Tears (James Plotkin remix) 6:44
  • 3 Yearning 15:44

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