Remember Never Before
July Talk · 2023
40 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of alternative rock and punk blues, layered with introspective lyrics and vibrant instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Certain Father — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of familial relationships, combining raw emotion with a driving beat that captures the listener's attention.
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G‐d Mother Fire — With its powerful instrumentation and evocative lyrics, this song serves as a centerpiece for the album, highlighting themes of resilience and connection.
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I Am Water — The closing track encapsulates the album's essence through its reflective nature and fluid melodies, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of vulnerability.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but has moments that feel less cohesive.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a steady build in intensity, culminating in a climactic fourth track that introduces a more aggressive vocal style.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, creating a dynamic interplay between the male and female lead singers.
- The album's final track features an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, contrasting with the more structured earlier songs.
- 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
- steady pacing for focused listening
- evocative emotional landscapes throughout
- mid-tempo flow for evening relaxation
- introspective moments for quiet reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 20, 2023, this album marks July Talk's fourth studio effort, following their critically acclaimed album 'Pray for It' in 2020. The band continues to evolve their sound while maintaining their distinct storytelling style, showcasing their growth as artists since their debut in 2012.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death from Above 1979· The Kills· Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 After This 4:00
- 2 Certain Father 3:10
- 3 Human Side 3:54
- 4 Hold 4:29
- 5 G‐d Mother Fire 3:26
- 6 When You Stop 3:20
- 7 Silent Type 3:40
- 8 Twenty Four Hours 3:12
- 9 Repeat 4:30
- 10 Raw 2:50
- 11 I Am Water 4:09
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