Skying
The Horrors · 2011
53 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with driving rhythms, creating a lush, immersive journey through gothic and psychedelic rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Still Life — This track stands out for its hypnotic groove and soaring melodies, effectively encapsulating the album's blend of urgency and ethereality.
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Endless Blue — With its expansive sound and emotional depth, this song showcases the band's ability to create an atmospheric experience that resonates throughout the album.
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Dive In — The track combines infectious hooks with swirling instrumentation, exemplifying The Horrors' transition into a more melodic and layered sonic approach.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Skying blends ethereal soundscapes with driving rhythms, showcasing strong craftsmanship and a distinct sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features layered synths and reverb-heavy guitars, establishing an ethereal atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from subdued verses to explosive choruses, particularly in 'Still Life' and 'Wild Eyed'.
- The final track, 'Oceans Burning', concludes with an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, creating a sense of closure.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Skying marked The Horrors' third studio album, following their critically acclaimed release Primary Colours. At this point in their career, the band was evolving from their earlier garage rock roots into more expansive and atmospheric territory, showcasing their artistic growth and willingness to experiment.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Savages· Interpol· The Soft Moon
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Still Life
The verse shifts between reflective imagery and vivid contrasts of light and dark, underscoring themes of transformation.
This juxtaposition highlights the internal conflict present throughout the song, deepening the listener's engagement with its narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Changing the Rain 4:31
- 2 You Said 4:46
- 3 I Can See Through You 4:17
- 4 Endless Blue 5:10
- 5 Dive In 4:51
- 6 Still Life 5:21
- 7 Wild Eyed 4:04
- 8 Moving Further Away 8:34
- 9 Monica Gems 4:28
- 10 Oceans Burning 7:50
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