What makes Slow Motion Life by Nine Days notable?

The album features tracks that contributed to Nine Days' continued presence on alternative rock radio, particularly 'Worth Fighting For,' which received notable airplay. While it did not achieve the same commercial success as their earlier work, the album's introspective themes resonated with listeners, establishing a deeper connection with their fanbase during a time of industry transition. By the time 'Slow Motion Life' was released in 2007, Nine Days had already found moderate success with their single 'Absolutely (Story of a Girl)' from their previous album. This release marked their third studio effort, showcasing a maturation in sound while still retaining their catchy pop-rock sensibilities as they navigated the challenges of a changing music landscape.

How many songs are on Slow Motion Life?

Slow Motion Life has 6 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Slow Motion Life

Nine Days · 2007

21 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of melodic hooks and reflective lyrics, balancing upbeat rhythms with an undercurrent of introspective longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Worth Fighting For — This track captures the essence of resilience and determination, presenting an anthemic chorus that encourages listeners to persevere through challenges.
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A Girl in California — Opening the album, this song sets a nostalgic and laid-back tone with vivid imagery that evokes the carefree spirit of youth and adventure.
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New Shoes — With its catchy melody and upbeat tempo, this song embodies the joy of new beginnings, making it a standout track that uplifts and energizes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The EP features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout elements that would elevate it significantly.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the last three shift to slower tempos and more introspective themes.
Each song employs a verse-chorus structure, with melodic hooks that are repeated throughout.
The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and emotions, creating a narrative thread across the EP.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 A Girl in California 3:28
2 Suddenly (A Brown Eyed Girl) 3:23
3 Worth Fighting For 3:53
4 Just as Through With You 3:53
5 New Shoes 3:10
6 Brand New Me 4:04

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