Self-Titled
Marcus Mumford · 2022
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A raw exploration of vulnerability and introspection wrapped in folk-infused alternative rock textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cannibal — This opening track sets the tone with its confessional lyrics about inner turmoil, encapsulating the album's theme of personal struggle.
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Grace — With its haunting melodies and poignant lyrics, this song beautifully captures themes of regret and redemption, showcasing Mumford's lyrical depth.
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Only Child — This track stands out for its emotional resonance, reflecting on isolation and familial relationships through a compelling narrative structure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases introspective songwriting with varied pacing but lacks strong cohesion across its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and introspection, with recurring themes of vulnerability and self-exploration.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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 Cannibal 4:00
- 2 Grace 4:13
- 3 Prior Warning 3:30
- 4 Better Off High 4:30
- 5 Only Child 4:27
- 6 Dangerous Game 3:01
- 7 Better Angels 3:25
- 8 Go in Light 3:01
- 9 Stonecatcher 3:42
- 10 How 3:44
- 11 Better Off High (on my phone) 3:33
- 12 Grace (on my phone) 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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