Rebuilt by Humans
Newton Faulkner · 2009
49 min · 18 tracks · folk rock
Acoustic melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant tapestry of folk rock that feels both personal and universal.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Took It Out on You — This track highlights Faulkner's ability to weave personal experiences into relatable narratives, featuring a catchy melody paired with poignant lyrics about emotional struggles.
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Resin on My Heart Strings — With its rich imagery and emotive storytelling, this song embodies the album’s essence, showcasing Faulkner's lyrical depth and musical craftsmanship.
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Won't Let Go — This track stands out for its infectious chorus and uplifting message about perseverance, capturing a sense of hope that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate guitar work with personal lyrics but lacks strong cohesion due to frequent interludes.
What we noticed
- Lyrically, many songs explore personal themes and introspection, with a focus on storytelling throughout the record.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- interludes enhancing reflective moments
- introspective lyrics with acoustic warmth
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2009, Rebuilt by Humans is Newton Faulkner's second studio album, following his successful debut, Hand Built by Robots. At this point, Faulkner was establishing his signature sound, merging intricate guitar work with heartfelt songwriting, which would come to define his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ben Howard· Jack Johnson· Passenger
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (interlude) 0:32
- 2 Badman 3:07
- 3 I Took It Out on You 2:55
- 4 Hello (interlude) 0:31
- 5 If This Is It 4:02
- 6 Resin on My Heart Strings 4:08
- 7 Lipstick Jungle 4:17
- 8 Been Thinking About It 3:29
- 9 Let's Get Together 2:41
- 10 She's Got the Time 2 (interlude) 1:16
- 11 Won't Let Go 3:34
- 12 Resin Theramins (interlude) 0:27
- 13 First Time 3:40
- 14 Over and Out 3:19
- 15 Cheltenham (interlude) 0:48
- 16 So Much 3:40
- 17 This Town 3:33
- 18 I'm Not Giving Up Yet 3:55
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