Rainbow Valley
Matt Corby · 2018
41 min · 11 tracks
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, weaving together elements of folk, rock, and pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Light My Dart Up — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and catchy hooks, showcasing Corby's soulful vocal delivery.
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All Fired Up — With its anthemic chorus and upbeat instrumentation, this track embodies the album's themes of empowerment and resilience amidst personal struggles.
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Miracle Love — This track stands out for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth, illustrating Corby's ability to blend lyrical vulnerability with rich musical textures.
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Rainbow Valley — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album, merging reflective lyrics with a lush soundscape that invites listeners into Corby's world.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends various styles effectively but has moments that feel less cohesive.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a strong rhythmic drive, while the second half shifts to more reflective and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- The instrumentation varies significantly between tracks, with some featuring prominent acoustic guitar and others leaning into electronic elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm soulful melodies throughout
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- introspective moments of reflection
- cathartic release in choruses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek aggressive, high-energy vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 2, 2018, Rainbow Valley is Matt Corby's sophomore album following his acclaimed debut, Telluric (2016). After establishing himself with the breakout single 'Resolution', this album sees him expanding his sonic palette and artistic vision, further solidifying his place in the Australian music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hozier· Ben Howard· James Bay
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Light My Dart Up 3:59
- 2 No Ordinary Life 3:58
- 3 All That I See 3:46
- 4 Get With The Times 3:14
- 5 All Fired Up 4:30
- 6 How It Ends 0:38
- 7 New Day Coming 4:35
- 8 Better 4:00
- 9 Miracle Love 4:22
- 10 Elements 4:51
- 11 Rainbow Valley 3:49
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