Plumb
Field Music · 2012
35 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
A playful blend of intricate melodies and sharp lyrical observations wrapped in a lo-fi indie rock aesthetic.
Top tracks — play these first
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Start the Day Right — The opening track sets the tone with its bright instrumentation and introspective lyrics about new beginnings, encapsulating the album's overall theme of change.
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Guillotine — This song features a compelling juxtaposition of upbeat melodies and darker lyrical content, highlighting the band's knack for blending lightness with heavy themes.
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Is This the Picture? — With its catchy chorus and reflective lyrics, this track exemplifies Field Music's ability to weave personal narratives into broader societal commentary.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate melodies and sharp lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive arc.
What we noticed
- Lyrical themes often shift abruptly between personal reflection and social commentary, creating a dynamic narrative flow.
- 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
- short, engaging listening sessions
- quirky and playful vibes
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
- varied song lengths and moods
- conversational storytelling approach
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2012, Plumb is Field Music's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Measure from 2010. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as key figures in the UK indie rock scene, known for their sophisticated arrangements and clever songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Futureheads· Hot Chip· Broken Social Scene
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Start the Day Right 2:18
- 2 It's Okay to Change 0:58
- 3 Sorry Again, Mate 2:08
- 4 A New Town 3:58
- 5 Choosing Sides 3:12
- 6 A Prelude to Pilgrim Street 1:48
- 7 Guillotine 3:12
- 8 Who'll Pay the Bills? 2:20
- 9 So Long Then 2:06
- 10 Is This the Picture? 2:41
- 11 From Hide and Seek to Heartache 2:49
- 12 How Many More Times? 0:40
- 13 Ce soir 1:13
- 14 Just Like Everyone Else 3:00
- 15 (I Keep Thinking About) A New Thing 3:16
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