Slow Air
Still Corners · 2018
40 min · 10 tracks · indie pop
A shimmering blend of synths and ethereal vocals creates a dreamlike soundscape that envelops the listener in nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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In the Middle of the Night — This opening track introduces listeners to the album’s immersive atmosphere through its haunting melodies and reflective lyrics, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Sad Movies — The poignant exploration of melancholy in this track captures a sense of nostalgia, with layered synths enhancing its emotional weight and making it a standout moment.
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Welcome to Slow Air — As the title track, it encapsulates the essence of the album, merging dreamlike soundscapes with introspective lyrics that invite listeners into the band's world.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's lush soundscapes and vocal layering create an immersive experience, though it may not significantly impact the broader music scene.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more ambient sound with minimal percussion.
- Several tracks feature layered vocals that create a sense of depth, often harmonizing in a way that blurs the lines between lead and backing.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on the final track, allowing for a lingering emotional resonance rather than an abrupt end.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- dreamy introspective moments
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- gentle emotional exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 17, 2018, 'Slow Air' marks Still Corners' fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed release 'Dead Blue' in 2016. The duo further solidified their signature dreamy aesthetic while exploring new lyrical themes of loss and longing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beach House· M83· Cocteau Twins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the Middle of the Night 3:39
- 2 The Message 4:52
- 3 Sad Movies 4:04
- 4 Welcome to Slow Air 5:37
- 5 Black Lagoon 5:33
- 6 Dreamlands 4:24
- 7 Whisper 3:21
- 8 Fade Out 2:27
- 9 The Photograph 3:40
- 10 Long Goodbyes 3:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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