Reach for the Sun
The Dangerous Summer · 2009
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
An emotive blend of soaring melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of youthful longing and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Where I Want to Be — This opening track establishes the album's tone with its catchy hooks and themes of yearning for connection, setting the emotional landscape for what follows.
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Weathered — With its reflective lyrics and driving instrumentals, this track exemplifies the band's ability to balance vulnerability and energy, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Reach for the Sun — The title track encapsulates the overarching theme of hope and aspiration, featuring anthemic choruses that invite sing-alongs and embody youthful optimism.
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This Is War — This song showcases a more aggressive sound while addressing themes of struggle and resilience, demonstrating the band's versatility within their emotional framework.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines emotive lyrics with layered instrumentation but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several songs utilize layered guitar harmonies that create a rich, textured sound, particularly in the choruses.
- Lyrically, the album often employs first-person narratives that reflect personal struggles and aspirations, enhancing its emotional resonance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- uplifting and hopeful vibes
- reflective late-night listening
- emotional storytelling journeys
- steady, engaging melodies
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 5, 2009, Reach for the Sun was The Dangerous Summer's debut album after forming in 2006. This record marked their introduction to the alternative rock scene, showcasing their signature sound that would define their career. The band gained attention with this release, setting the stage for future projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Maine· Mayday Parade· All Time Low
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Where I Want to Be 3:40
- 2 Settle Down 3:41
- 3 Weathered 3:54
- 4 Symmetry 3:00
- 5 Surfaced 4:05
- 6 A Space to Grow 4:03
- 7 Reach for the Sun 3:27
- 8 The Permanent Rain 3:24
- 9 Northern Lights 4:31
- 10 This Is War 4:03
- 11 Never Feel Alone 3:23
- 12 Good Things 3:16
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