Radiate Like This
Warpaint · 2022
41 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Dreamy textures weave through an intricate blend of art rock and alternative sounds, showcasing Warpaint's ethereal vocal harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Champion — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its pulsating rhythm and layered vocals, encapsulating the band's signature sound while inviting listeners into their evolving artistry.
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Hips — This track showcases a groovier side of Warpaint with infectious hooks and playful lyrics that highlight their ability to balance depth with fun.
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Proof — With its emotive lyrics and haunting melody, this song captures the essence of vulnerability that permeates throughout the album, standing out as a key moment of introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong atmospheric elements and cohesive pacing, but its songwriting lacks standout moments.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm in 'Champion' that sets a mid-tempo pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more subdued tracks.
- Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, often featuring multiple voices intertwining rather than taking turns as lead.
- Several tracks, such as 'Proof' and 'Altar', incorporate ambient soundscapes that create a dreamlike quality, contrasting with the more rhythmic songs.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamy soundscapes for introspection
- ethereal harmonies for late nights
- engaging rhythms for focused work
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek heavy, aggressive energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 6, 2022, 'Radiate Like This' is Warpaint's fourth studio album, following their 2016 release 'Heads Up'. The band had undergone changes in their lineup and sound over the years, with this album marking a return to a more collaborative approach after individual side projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beach House· Bat for Lashes· Tame Impala
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hard to Tell You
The bridge features a poignant shift in perspective where the singer reflects on communication barriers in relationships.
This change adds emotional weight by moving from external observations to personal feelings, deepening the listener's connection to the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Champion 4:39
- 2 Hips 3:20
- 3 Hard to Tell You 5:00
- 4 Stevie 4:03
- 5 Like Sweetness 3:50
- 6 Trouble 3:41
- 7 Proof 4:24
- 8 Altar 4:06
- 9 Melting 5:08
- 10 Send Nudes 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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