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Reach for the Sky

Sutherland Brothers & Quiver · 1975

37 min · 10 tracks

A fusion of folk-rock melodies and soft rock harmonies that evoke a laid-back, pastoral vibe.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Arms of Mary — This track stands out as the band's most commercially successful song, celebrated for its sweet melody and heartfelt lyrics that resonate with themes of love and longing.
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    When the Train Comes — Opening with an infectious rhythm, this track encapsulates the album's laid-back feel while exploring themes of anticipation and change.
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    Reach for the Sky — The title track showcases the band's signature harmonies and uplifting message, making it a quintessential anthem for aspiration and hope.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
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Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and harmonies but remains conventional within its genre.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate layered instrumentation, including strings and soft percussion, enhancing the pastoral vibe throughout.
  • The album closes with 'Mad Trial', which shifts to a more upbeat tempo, providing a contrast to the preceding softer tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 When the Train Comes 3:59
  • 2 Dirty City 3:34
  • 3 Arms of Mary 2:39
  • 4 Something Special 4:11
  • 5 Love on the Moon 4:18
  • 6 Ain’t Too Proud 3:20
  • 7 Dr. Dancer 4:50
  • 8 Reach for the Sky 3:21
  • 9 Moonlight Lady 3:09
  • 10 Mad Trial 3:57

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