Released 10 years ago
Pinegrove on Audiotree Live
Pinegrove · 2016
27 min · 8 tracks · indie rock
A raw and intimate live performance that captures the essence of Pinegrove's lyrical storytelling and dynamic indie rock sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Need 2 — Opening with a compelling blend of urgency and vulnerability, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of personal struggles.
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Size of the Moon — This song exemplifies Pinegrove's unique ability to craft expansive soundscapes paired with introspective lyrics about longing and connection.
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& — The intricate layering of vocals and instrumentation in this track underscores the band's signature style, merging emotional honesty with melodic complexity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the band's dynamic sound and storytelling but lacks the polish of studio recordings.
What we noticed
- Each song is performed with a raw energy that captures the spontaneity of a live setting, often leading to extended instrumental sections.
- The lyrics are delivered with a conversational tone, inviting listeners into personal narratives that feel both relatable and introspective.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- raw intimacy of live performance
- short bursts of emotional depth
- lyrical storytelling with urgency
- for spontaneous listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, expansive albums
- seek polished studio recordings
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, 'Pinegrove on Audiotree Live' showcases Pinegrove during a period of burgeoning recognition following their debut studio album, 'Cardinal,' which had come out just months prior. This live recording serves as a pivotal moment in their career, highlighting their energetic stage presence and solidifying their growing fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Julien Baker· Big Thief
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Need 2 3:08
- 2 Problems 1:24
- 3 Cadmium 3:55
- 4 Size of the Moon 4:12
- 5 Angelina 1:26
- 6 & 4:00
- 7 Recycling 4:29
- 8 Aphasia 5:08
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