Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees
Dogstar · 2023
39 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Melodic alternative rock intertwines reflective lyrics and dynamic instrumentals, capturing a sense of nostalgia and a quest for connection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blonde — Opening the album, this track establishes a vibrant energy while addressing themes of longing and identity through its lyrics and catchy melody.
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How the Story Ends — This song showcases emotional depth with its introspective lyrics, reflecting on personal growth and the passage of time, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Everything Turns Around — The track features a compelling chorus that captures the essence of change and resilience, making it an anthem for navigating life's uncertainties.
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Lust — With its raw energy and provocative lyrics, this song stands out as a bold exploration of desire, showcasing the band’s ability to push boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends reflective lyrics with dynamic instrumentals, creating a nostalgic feel but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a steady mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies that create a rich soundscape, particularly in 'Everything Turns Around' and 'Glimmer'.
- The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and emotions, with a focus on themes of nostalgia and connection, especially evident in 'Lily' and 'Sleep'.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sleep
The verse shifts to a dream-like state where reality blurs and vulnerability surfaces amid hypnotic instrumentation.
This moment employs surreal imagery that contrasts with the more grounded themes elsewhere on the album, enhancing its emotional complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blonde 3:18
- 2 How the Story Ends 3:14
- 3 Everything Turns Around 3:00
- 4 Overhang 3:59
- 5 Dillon Street 3:38
- 6 Lily 2:44
- 7 Lust 2:34
- 8 Glimmer 4:43
- 9 Sunrise 3:20
- 10 Sleep 3:54
- 11 Upside 2:50
- 12 Breach 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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