Saved
Now, Now · 2018
45 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
Melodic indie rock intertwines with introspective lyrics, creating a soundscape that balances vulnerability and uplifting energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Can't Help Myself — This track encapsulates the album's core theme of self-reflection and longing, highlighted by its catchy chorus and layered instrumentation that creates an immersive experience.
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Holy Water — Featuring powerful vocal delivery and poignant lyrics, this song explores themes of redemption and vulnerability, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Saved — The title track stands out for its introspective lyrics and dynamic arrangement, serving as a pivotal moment in the album that reflects both struggle and hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines strong melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid production and emotional resonance.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build intensity, particularly in the choruses, creating a sense of emotional uplift.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo and energy, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's journey.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting moments of introspection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- reflective energy for afternoon drives
- catchy melodies that linger
- emotional release through melodic hooks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
- seek consistently high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 18, 2018, 'Saved' is Now, Now's first album after a six-year hiatus following their sophomore effort, 'Threads'. The band emerged from a period of lineup changes and personal challenges, marking this album as a significant comeback and a moment of artistic clarity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mitski· Phoebe Bridgers· Charly Bliss
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 SGL 3:13
- 2 MJ 3:52
- 3 Can't Help Myself 3:44
- 4 AZ 3:35
- 5 Window 3:21
- 6 Holy Water 4:37
- 7 Yours 4:11
- 8 Saved 3:05
- 9 Knowme 3:24
- 10 Drive 4:07
- 11 Set It Free 3:29
- 12 Powder 4:59
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