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Remains of the Day

End of You · 2010

42 min · 10 tracks · gothic rock

A haunting blend of gothic rock and atmospheric melodies that envelops listeners in a moody soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Catching the Sky — This track combines ethereal melodies with poignant lyrics about yearning for freedom, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of longing and introspection.
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    Hey My Enemies — With its driving rhythm and confrontational lyrics, this song stands out as an anthem of defiance, showcasing the band's ability to blend aggression with melodic sensibility.
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    Forgive and Forget — This track features a haunting vocal delivery paired with reflective lyrics about reconciliation, highlighting the emotional depth that characterizes much of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production but remains somewhat niche within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
  • Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, creating a dense atmospheric sound that supports the vocal melodies.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Just Dance

    The chorus shifts dramatically from somber reflection to an uplifting call for liberation through movement.

    This contrast between introspection and celebration illustrates the tension throughout the album, balancing darker themes with moments of hope.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 End of You 4:07
  • 2 Catching the Sky 4:13
  • 3 Just Dance 3:20
  • 4 Star Parade 4:04
  • 5 September Sun 4:14
  • 6 Hey My Enemies 3:41
  • 7 Forgive and Forget 4:30
  • 8 Breaking Bad 5:37
  • 9 Crystal 4:18
  • 10 Who Needs to Sleep 4:33

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