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Six60

Six60 · 2015

40 min · 12 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant blend of pop rock melodies infused with soulful vocals and rhythmic grooves that invite celebration and reflection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Stay Together — This track embodies the album's uplifting spirit with its anthemic chorus and themes of unity, making it a standout for live performances.
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    Mothers Eyes — A poignant ballad that showcases the band's ability to blend emotional vulnerability with rich instrumentation, resonating deeply with listeners.
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    White Lines — With its infectious groove and relatable lyrics about life's challenges, this track captures the essence of the band's appeal to a broad audience.
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    Find My Way — This song features a reflective narrative that highlights personal growth and determination, underlining the album’s overall themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features engaging melodies and rhythmic grooves but lacks standout depth in composition.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a tone before launching into a series of upbeat songs, maintaining a consistent mid-tempo throughout.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, creating an interactive feel that engages the listener.
  • The last three tracks gradually lower the tempo, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's energetic start.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory anthems for gatherings
  • reflective moments in solitude
  • catchy melodies for road trips
  • uplifting tracks for motivation
  • easy listening during downtime

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking heavy, introspective themes
  • prefer longer, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 27, 2015, this self-titled debut album marked Six60's emergence as a leading band in the New Zealand music scene. Prior to this, they had gained significant traction with their singles, but this album solidified their presence in both local and international markets.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 FTW (intro) 1:13
  • 2 Stay Together 3:47
  • 3 White Lines 3:09
  • 4 Mothers Eyes 3:41
  • 5 So High 3:45
  • 6 Don’t Go Changing 3:16
  • 7 Special 3:25
  • 8 Exhale 3:04
  • 9 Find My Way 4:14
  • 10 Purple 3:41
  • 11 Die For 3:10
  • 12 Last Ones Left (outro) 3:59

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata