Is Something Good a good place to start with alt-J?

Yes, Something Good is recommended as a starting point for new alt-J listeners. A blend of intricate rhythms and ethereal vocals creates a captivating tapestry of sound that defines alt-J's distinctive style. Released in 2012, Something Good followed alt-J's critically acclaimed debut album, An Awesome Wave. This EP marked the band's first foray into remix culture, showcasing their willingness to innovate and explore new sonic territories after gaining significant recognition.

Who is Something Good for?

Something Good works well if you're into steady flow with soothing harmonies, intricate melodies for focused listening and varied remixes enhance replay value.

How many songs are on Something Good?

Something Good has 5 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.

Something Good

alt-J · 2012

28 min · 5 tracks · indie pop

A blend of intricate rhythms and ethereal vocals creates a captivating tapestry of sound that defines alt-J's distinctive style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Something Good Start here — The original version stands out for its intricate layering of sounds, combining delicate vocals with complex rhythms, encapsulating the essence of alt-J's artistic vision.
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Something Good (Blackbox remix) — This remix transforms the original into a more dance-oriented track while retaining its haunting quality, demonstrating how alt-J's sound can cross genres effectively.
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Something Good (Fort Romeau remix) — With its deeper house influences, this remix reinterprets the song’s mood and tempo, highlighting the versatility of the original material and broadening its appeal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases alt-J's innovative approach to remixing while maintaining their distinctive sound.

What we noticed

Each remix reinterprets the original with distinct electronic elements, altering the rhythm and atmosphere significantly.
The EP maintains a consistent sonic palette across all tracks, emphasizing ethereal vocals and intricate production.

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

Influence 3/10

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 flow with soothing harmonies
intricate melodies for focused listening
varied remixes enhance replay value
short sessions with rich textures

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Showcases alt-J's innovation with remix culture, diverging from their established sound.
Themes: remix culture exploration· ethereal soundscapes· dance floor reinterpretation
Career context: Released in 2012, Something Good followed alt-J's critically acclaimed debut album, An Awesome Wave. This EP marked the band's first foray into remix culture, showcasing their willingness to innovate and explore new sonic territories after gaining significant recognition.
Stylistic neighbors: Glass Animals· Bon Iver· Tame Impala