Top tracks — play these first
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Runaway — As AURORA's breakout single, 'Runaway' encapsulates her ethereal vocal style and introduces listeners to her whimsical yet haunting lyrical world.
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Running With the Wolves — The title track serves as an empowering anthem that combines driving synths with a rich narrative about embracing one's wild nature.
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In Boxes — 'In Boxes' explores themes of confinement and emotional struggle through layered harmonies and an atmospheric production that showcases AURORA's artistry.
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 — This EP solidified AURORA's presence after her breakout single.
- Career context
- Released in 2015, 'Running with the Wolves' marks AURORA's debut EP following her breakout single 'Runaway' which introduced her distinct sound. This EP solidified her presence in the alternative music scene, showcasing her unique blend of Nordic influences and contemporary pop sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Of Monsters and Men· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Running With the Wolves
A section shifts from a celebratory tone to a darker reflection on inner fears, highlighting the duality of freedom and vulnerability.
This transition deepens the song's exploration of personal liberation by contrasting joy with the lurking shadows of anxiety.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Runaway 4:10
- 2 Running With the Wolves 3:12
- 3 In Boxes 3:22
- 4 Little Boy in the Grass 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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