Ross.
Low Roar · 2019
41 min · 10 tracks · ambient music
Haunting melodies weave through introspective lyrics, creating an ethereal soundscape that invites deep reflection and emotional exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Slow Down — This track encapsulates the album's reflective tone, showcasing delicate instrumentation paired with emotionally charged vocals that emphasize the theme of vulnerability.
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Feel Like Dying — The haunting atmosphere and raw lyrical honesty in this song create a powerful moment on the album that resonates with listeners' personal struggles.
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The Machine — This track stands out for its rhythmic complexity and metaphorical lyrics that explore themes of existentialism and human connection, exemplifying the album's deeper messages.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's atmospheric production and haunting melodies create a reflective listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering ambient textures and melodies before the tempo shifts in the second half.
- Several tracks utilize minimal instrumentation, allowing space for haunting melodies to resonate, creating an ethereal atmosphere.
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for deep reflection
- haunting vocals for emotional depth
- melancholic atmosphere for introspection
- consistent emotional progression throughout
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, energetic tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the time of its release, Low Roar was solidifying their place in the ambient music scene following their acclaimed 2017 album, 'Once in a Long, Long While.' 'Ross.' marked a continuation of their atmospheric sound while also showcasing a more refined production approach. This album further established frontman Ryan Karazija's unique vocal style and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sigur Rós· Ólafur Arnalds· Hammock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Darkest Hour 3:00
- 2 Slow Down 3:45
- 3 H.A.F.H. 4:15
- 4 I'll Make You Feel 5:46
- 5 Not Around 5:06
- 6 222 3:53
- 7 Feel Like Dying 3:06
- 8 The Machine 5:35
- 9 Blue Eyes 2:03
- 10 Empty House 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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