What makes Scribble Mural Comic Journal by A Sunny Day in Glasgow notable?

Scribble Mural Comic Journal received critical acclaim, with Pitchfork praising its ambitious nature and intricate arrangements. The album contributed to the resurgence of shoegaze influences in the mid-2000s indie scene, helping to establish A Sunny Day in Glasgow as a notable act in this genre. Upon the release of Scribble Mural Comic Journal in January 2007, A Sunny Day in Glasgow was solidifying their presence in the shoegaze revival scene. This album followed their debut, which had already garnered attention for its unique soundscapes and inventive production techniques. The band was beginning to carve out a distinctive niche within the indie music landscape.

How many songs are on Scribble Mural Comic Journal?

Scribble Mural Comic Journal has 13 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Scribble Mural Comic Journal

A Sunny Day in Glasgow · 2007

54 min · 13 tracks · shoegaze

A swirling blend of ethereal vocals and layered instrumentation creates a dreamlike atmosphere that defines the shoegaze sound.

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Wake Up Pretty — The opening track introduces the album's lush soundscapes, featuring delicate melodies paired with ethereal harmonies that set the tone for the entire record.
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Panic Attacks Are What Make Me "Me" — This track highlights the band's ability to blend introspective lyrics with expansive instrumentation, showcasing their signature style while delving into personal themes.
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Ghost in the Graveyard — With its haunting melodies and layered production, this song exemplifies the band's shoegaze roots while maintaining an experimental edge that characterizes much of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album's layered sound and ethereal vocals create a compelling shoegaze experience, though it may not stand out significantly in the broader genre.

What we noticed

The album features dense layers of guitars and synths that create a wall of sound, typical of the shoegaze genre.
Vocals are often treated with reverb and delay, blending into the instrumentation rather than standing out as a focal point.
Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, shifting from serene passages to more chaotic sections within the same song.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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 Wake Up Pretty 2:00
2 No. 6 Von Karman Street 4:16
3 A Mundane Phonecall to Jack Parsons 3:21
4 Our Change Into Rain Is No Change at All (Talkin' 'Bout Us) 4:25
5 Ghost in the Graveyard 5:59
6 5:15 Train 4:12
7 Lists, Plans 4:54
8 C'mon 4:28
9 The Horn Song 1:28
10 Panic Attacks Are What Make Me "Me" 5:16
11 Watery (Drowning Is Just Another Word for Being Buried Alive Under Water) 4:02
12 Things Only I Can See 5:06
13 The Best Summer Ever 4:44

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