Sea of Brass
Sea Power · 2015
42 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
An expansive blend of post-rock textures and indie melodies, creating a reflective soundscape that invites deep contemplation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Heavenly Waters Start here — The opening track sets an atmospheric tone with its sweeping instrumentation and introspective lyrics, effectively establishing the album's thematic depth.
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Once More Now — This track combines haunting melodies with powerful lyrical imagery, showcasing the band's ability to evoke emotion through both music and words.
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Machineries of Joy — As the title track from their previous album, its inclusion here highlights the band's continuity while providing a contrast to the new material's evolution.
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A Light Above Descending — This song captures a pivotal moment in the album with its contemplative lyrics and dynamic shifts in musical intensity, illustrating the band's range.
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The Great Skua — Closing out the album, this track encapsulates its themes of nature and introspection, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of harmony and reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's reflective soundscapes and layered instrumentation create an engaging listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a gradual build-up in 'Heavenly Waters', layering ambient sounds before introducing vocals.
- Tracks often feature extended instrumental sections, allowing for atmospheric exploration and reflection.
- The final track, 'The Great Skua', concludes with a slow fade-out, creating a lingering sense of contemplation.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 pacing for contemplative moments
- atmospheric soundscapes for introspection
- gradual builds that unfold beautifully
- evocative melodies for emotional depth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases ambitious sound and lyrical depth, solidifying the band's reputation.
- Themes
- sweeping landscapes· introspective journeys· ephemeral beauty
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2015, Sea of Brass is Sea Power's fifth studio album, following the eclectic and critically acclaimed Machineries of Joy in 2013. By this time, the band had established a reputation for their unique blend of genres, marking this album as a continuation of their artistic exploration and maturity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The National· Explosions in the Sky· Interpol
Tracklist
- 1 Heavenly Waters Start here 7:13
- 2 Once More Now 5:10
- 3 Albert’s Eyes 4:06
- 4 Atom 6:09
- 5 A Light Above Descending 4:37
- 6 Machineries of Joy 5:49
- 7 When a Warm Wind Blows Through the Grass 4:41
- 8 The Great Skua 4:59
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Earth Is Not a Cold Dead Place
Explosions in the Sky
Shares expansive post-rock soundscapes and emotional crescendos, for introspective journeys.
Boxer
The National
Combines reflective lyrics with an atmospheric blend of indie rock and subtle instrumentation.
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Sigur Rós
Features sweeping sound textures and ethereal melodies that evoke a sense of ephemeral beauty.
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