Some Heavy Ocean
Emma Ruth Rundle · 2014
36 min · 10 tracks · ambient music
A melancholic blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics that immerse listeners in a haunting soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Some Heavy Ocean — The opening track sets a poignant tone with its brief yet evocative instrumentation, encapsulating the album's themes of longing and existential reflection.
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Run Forever — This track showcases Rundle's emotive vocal delivery paired with lush guitar layers, creating a haunting atmosphere that resonates throughout the album.
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Haunted Houses — With its rich imagery and layered soundscapes, this song exemplifies Rundle's ability to weave personal narratives into expansive musical settings.
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Living With The Black Dog — This track confronts themes of mental health with raw honesty, making it a standout moment where vulnerability meets melodic beauty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's immersive soundscapes and layered instrumentation create a distinct atmosphere, though it follows familiar ambient patterns.
What we noticed
- The album features long, atmospheric tracks that often build slowly, with layers of guitar and synth creating a dense soundscape.
- Vocals are used sparingly, often blending into the instrumentation rather than standing out as lead elements.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental passages that emphasize mood over traditional song structure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments of quiet
- haunting melodies for reflection
- short tracks for fleeting thoughts
- emotional depth in sparse arrangements
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party vibes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 20, 2014, Some Heavy Ocean was Emma Ruth Rundle's debut solo album following her work with the band Marriages. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from collaborative projects to establishing her distinct voice within the ambient music scene, showcasing her ability to craft deeply personal and atmospheric songs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marissa Nadler· Chelsea Wolfe· Lisa Hannigan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Some Heavy Ocean 1:41
- 2 Shadows of My Name 3:30
- 3 Your Card the Sun 0:49
- 4 Run Forever 3:53
- 5 Haunted Houses 4:40
- 6 Arms I Know So Well 3:41
- 7 Oh Sarah 5:35
- 8 Savage Saint 4:20
- 9 We Are All Ghosts 4:08
- 10 Living With The Black Dog 4:42
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