Shadow of the Sun
Wooden Shjips · 2015
40 min · 8 tracks · space rock
Ethereal guitar lines and hypnotic rhythms create a cosmic soundscape that drifts between the terrestrial and the astral.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wilding — Opening the album, this track sets a languid pace with its swirling guitars and repetitive motifs that define the record's dreamlike quality.
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Free the Skull — This track showcases a driving beat layered with intricate guitar work, exemplifying the band's ability to fuse rhythm and melody in an entrancing manner.
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Ice — Closing the album with over seven minutes of immersive soundscapes, this track encapsulates the ethereal essence of Wooden Shjips' music while inviting deep reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's ethereal soundscapes and hypnotic rhythms create a unique listening experience within the space rock genre.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental sections, with several tracks exceeding five minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes.
- Guitar lines often use reverb and delay effects, creating a layered sound that feels expansive and immersive.
- Tracks frequently employ repetitive motifs, which contribute to a hypnotic quality and encourage deep listening.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Night Beat
The verses build an atmosphere of tension before releasing into a cathartic chorus that shifts tonal dynamics dramatically.
This contrast not only heightens emotional impact but also mirrors the push-pull nature of the music itself, reflecting an inner struggle.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wilding 4:58
- 2 Night Beat 6:01
- 3 Free the Skull 4:01
- 4 Zero 3:10
- 5 In a Cloud 5:58
- 6 Thieves 3:34
- 7 Slow Down Low 5:33
- 8 Ice 7:14
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