Top tracks — play these first
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Life and Death — This opening track sets the thematic tone for the album, intertwining existential musings with an infectious melody that captures the listener's attention immediately.
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Loneliness on the run — This track explores feelings of isolation and urgency, juxtaposed against a lively groove, showcasing the band's ability to blend serious themes with danceable rhythms.
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Love Factory — With its catchy chorus and playful lyrics, this song embodies the album's mix of lightheartedness and deeper reflections on love and connection.
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I lost my mind — This track offers a contemplative look at mental health struggles, combining poignant lyrics with an upbeat sound that contrasts with its serious subject matter.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy melodies with electronic textures, maintaining a playful yet introspective tone throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower pace that alters the album's momentum.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Love Factory' and 'Hold me tonight'.
- The album incorporates electronic elements such as synths and programmed beats, which are prominent in tracks like 'I lost my mind' and 'Right on time'.
- 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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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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic introspection with energy
- playful melodies for sunny days
- short tracks for quick listens
- catchy choruses for singing
- vibrant sound for upbeat moods
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced listeners seeking urgency
- long-form album experience seekers
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in February 2022, Small World is Metronomy's seventh studio album, following their acclaimed record Metronomy Forever from 2019. This album marks a continuation of their exploration into personal themes, with frontman Joseph Mount describing it as a reflection on the complexities of life and relationships during the pandemic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hot Chip· Chic· Empire of the Sun
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Life and Death 3:00
- 2 Things will be fine 3:30
- 3 It’s good to be back 3:53
- 4 Loneliness on the run 3:39
- 5 Love Factory 5:03
- 6 I lost my mind 5:05
- 7 Right on time 3:44
- 8 Hold me tonight 3:31
- 9 I have seen enough 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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