Saves the Day
Saves the Day · 2013
33 min · 11 tracks · emo
A vibrant blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of modern emo.
Top tracks — play these first
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Remember — This opening track encapsulates the album's reflective tone, combining energetic instrumentation with nostalgic lyrics that set the stage for the rest of the record.
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Ain't No Kind of Love — This song features an infectious chorus that showcases Chris Conley's vocal range, while balancing themes of longing and heartache with an upbeat tempo.
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Supernova — The track blends dynamic shifts in energy with poignant lyrics about personal growth and transformation, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Stand in the Stars — Closing out the album, this track brings together all elements of Saves the Day's sound, offering a cathartic resolution filled with hopeful reflections.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks standout moments that elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving tempos and layered guitar melodies, establishing a high energy that carries into the fourth track.
- Several songs employ a call-and-response vocal style, creating an engaging dynamic between the lead vocals and backing harmonies.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energetic flow throughout
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- melodic hooks suitable for sing-alongs
- introspective lyrics for personal reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- seek slow, atmospheric builds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Saves the Day was in a transitional phase with their self-titled album, released in 2013 as their first full-length since 2011's 'Daybreak.' This period marked a return to their roots after exploring different sounds in previous projects, signaling a renewed focus on emotional storytelling and catchy melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Get Up Kids· Jimmy Eat World· Dashboard Confessional
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Remember 2:49
- 2 In the In Between 2:53
- 3 Beyond All of Time 3:29
- 4 Ain't No Kind of Love 2:59
- 5 Lucky Number 2:54
- 6 Xenophobic Blind Left Hook 3:10
- 7 The Tide of Our Times 2:25
- 8 Supernova 3:46
- 9 Verona 2:23
- 10 Ring Pop 2:33
- 11 Stand in the Stars 3:39
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