Released 18 years ago this October
Some Are Lakes
Land of Talk · 2008
39 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with jagged guitar riffs, creating a haunting landscape of introspection and melancholy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Yuppy Flu — This opening track sets an evocative tone with its layered instrumentation and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the album's themes of confusion and longing.
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Some Are Lakes — The title track is a standout for its shimmering melodies and reflective lyrics, effectively exploring themes of emotional turbulence and personal growth.
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Give Me Back My Heart Attack — This song features a raw, gripping narrative about heartbreak, balanced by an infectious rhythm that captures the tension between vulnerability and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal melodies with jagged riffs, creating a distinct sound that rewards repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered instrumentation that builds tension before the fourth track introduces a more subdued, reflective tone.
- Several songs incorporate abrupt shifts in dynamics, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on the final track, creating a lingering sense of introspection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- steady mid-tempo introspection
- atmospheric soundscapes for reflection
- emotional depth in each track
- for evening unwind
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced songs
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Some Are Lakes is Land of Talk's debut full-length album, released in 2008 after a series of EPs that established them in the Canadian indie rock scene. The album marked a significant step forward following their earlier work, showcasing a matured sound and lyrical depth that captured the attention of critics and fans alike.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alvvays· Snail Mail· The Antlers
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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It's Okay
A poignant moment where the narrator shifts from self-doubt to a quiet acceptance of their situation.
This transition highlights an internal evolution, marking a pivotal point in the narrative arc that underscores the overall theme of reconciliation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Yuppy Flu 5:07
- 2 Death by Fire 4:09
- 3 The Man Who Breaks Things (Dark Shuffle) 2:10
- 4 Some Are Lakes 3:41
- 5 Give Me Back My Heart Attack 4:26
- 6 It’s Okay 4:54
- 7 Young Bridge 3:45
- 8 Corner Phone 3:14
- 9 Got a Call 4:19
- 10 Troubled 3:22
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