Released 10 years ago
Running out of Love
The Radio Dept. · 2016
44 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
Dreamy synth textures meld with introspective lyrics, creating a soundscape both melancholic and reflective of contemporary anxieties.
Top tracks — play these first
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Swedish Guns — This track stands out with its piercing social commentary wrapped in lush melodies, effectively blending personal and political narratives.
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Occupied — With its expansive length and atmospheric build-up, this song captures the essence of feeling trapped within a socio-political context, embodying the album’s overarching themes.
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Running Out of Love — The title track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, juxtaposing feelings of despair with melodic optimism, making it a microcosm of the band's artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines introspective lyrics with layered synth textures, creating a cohesive sound reflective of contemporary issues.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo beat with layered synths, while the fourth track introduces a more pronounced rhythmic shift.
- Several songs incorporate spoken word elements alongside sung verses, creating a dialogue-like structure.
- The album's final track features a gradual fade-out that leaves the listener with an unresolved feeling, echoing its themes of uncertainty.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- melancholic reflections on love
- introspective mood for solitude
- patient pacing with dreamy textures
- thoughtful background for creativity
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party anthems
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Running Out of Love' was released in 2016, The Radio Dept. had established themselves as a staple of the indie pop scene in Sweden, following their critically acclaimed album 'Clinging to a Scheme' from 2010. This album marked their return after a six-year hiatus, showcasing a matured sound while remaining true to their ethereal roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lush· The Pains of Being Pure at Heart· Beach House
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sloboda Narodu 3:13
- 2 Swedish Guns 5:35
- 3 We Got Game 4:14
- 4 Thieves of State 1:16
- 5 Occupied 7:19
- 6 This Thing Was Bound to Happen 3:12
- 7 Can’t Be Guilty 4:36
- 8 Committed to the Cause 5:48
- 9 Running Out of Love 3:30
- 10 Teach Me to Forget 6:08
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