Polly Scattergood
Polly Scattergood · 2009
48 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and atmospheric instrumentals that explore themes of love and self-discovery.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Hate the Way — This track opens the album with a raw intensity, showcasing Scattergood's ability to convey vulnerability through stark lyrics and haunting melodies.
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Breathe In Breathe Out — The song captures a sense of catharsis with its reflective lyrics and soothing instrumentation, embodying the album's overarching theme of self-exploration.
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Unforgiving Arms — This track stands out for its poignant storytelling and emotional climaxes, illustrating Scattergood's knack for creating intimate moments within her music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal vocals with atmospheric instrumentals, creating a cohesive yet varied listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered synths and sparse instrumentation, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that contrasts with the more rhythmic fourth track.
- Vocals are often delivered in a soft, breathy style, with melodies that frequently shift between major and minor keys, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient soundscapes that fade in and out, contributing to a sense of continuity across the album despite varying tempos.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Hate the Way 7:07
- 2 Other Too Endless 5:14
- 3 Untitled 27 3:52
- 4 Please Don't Touch 3:48
- 5 I Am Strong 3:40
- 6 Unforgiving Arms 3:56
- 7 Poem Song 6:16
- 8 Bunny Club 5:07
- 9 Nitrogen Pink 5:04
- 10 Breathe In Breathe Out 4:34
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