Released 10 years ago
Samo
Nina Kraljić · 2016
50 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A captivating blend of ethereal vocals and rich instrumentation that merges traditional Croatian folk with modern pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Zaljuljali smo svijet — This opening track sets the tone with its enchanting melodies and showcases Kraljić's vocal prowess, introducing listeners to her distinctive style.
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Snijeg — The haunting arrangement and introspective lyrics create a deeply emotional experience, highlighting Kraljić's ability to convey complex feelings through music.
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Što te nema — As one of the longer tracks, it explores themes of absence and longing with a gradual build-up that showcases both lyrical depth and musical complexity.
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Lay You Down — This track exemplifies a crossover appeal with its contemporary pop influences while retaining Kraljić's unique sound, making it accessible to a wider audience.
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Dej mi Bože — Incorporating traditional elements, this song serves as an emotional centerpiece of the album, showcasing Kraljić's connection to her cultural roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and pop effectively, showcasing unique vocal work and instrumentation while maintaining a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong, rhythmic track that features layered instrumentation, setting a dynamic tone for the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Croatian folk elements, such as specific melodic patterns and instrumentation, alongside modern pop arrangements.
- Vocal harmonies are prominent throughout, often featuring Kraljić's voice accompanied by backing vocals that create an ethereal quality.
- The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the more upbeat earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Zaljuljali smo svijet 3:22
- 2 Snijeg 4:32
- 3 Negdje 3:33
- 4 Samo 3:40
- 5 Lighthouse 3:00
- 6 Što te nema 8:31
- 7 Lay You Down 4:06
- 8 Tica lastavica 4:02
- 9 Vir 4:30
- 10 Dej mi Bože 3:55
- 11 Lullaby 3:30
- 12 Ata Ey Foshehu Sham 3:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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