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Running With the Wolves — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of freedom and connection to nature, showcasing AURORA's distinctive vocal style against a backdrop of atmospheric instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong composition and craft, with a distinctive sound that stands out in indie pop.
What we noticed
- The EP features a single track that builds in intensity, layering ethereal vocals over intricate electronic textures.
- The arrangement incorporates dynamic shifts, with quieter moments leading into powerful choruses that evoke a sense of urgency.
- Lyrically, the song employs vivid imagery and metaphor, creating a narrative that invites deep interpretation.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debut EP that established AURORA's presence in the alternative pop scene.
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, Running With the Wolves marked AURORA's debut EP, following her viral single 'Runaway' from the previous year. This project introduced her unique blend of Nordic influences and art pop sensibilities, establishing her as a significant voice in contemporary music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Of Monsters and Men· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Running With the Wolves 3:12
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
My Head Is an Animal
Of Monsters and Men
Shares ethereal vocal harmonies and a blend of folk with lush, atmospheric instrumentation.
Two Suns
Bat for Lashes
Combines dreamlike narratives with haunting melodies and rich electronic textures.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Explores introspective themes with delicate arrangements, creating a similarly haunting atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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