Somewhere City
Origami Angel · 2019
30 min · 10 tracks
An energetic fusion of pop-punk and emo, wrapped in playful lyrics and bright instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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24 Hr Drive-Thru — This track encapsulates the album's youthful energy with its rapid-fire lyrics and infectious chorus, making it a quintessential example of modern pop-punk.
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Escape Rope — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts in tempo, this song showcases the band's ability to blend emotional depth with catchy melodies.
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Find Your Throne — The anthemic nature of this track, paired with its themes of self-empowerment, makes it a standout moment that resonates deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic pop-punk with playful lyrics, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a fast tempo with driving guitar riffs and energetic drumming, establishing a lively opening.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Escape Rope', which slows down significantly before building back up.
- Lyrics often employ playful and humorous imagery, creating a lighthearted contrast to the more intense musical elements.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of youthful energy
- playful lyrics that spark joy
- quick, lively listening sessions
- upbeat tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, slower albums
- want deep lyrical introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Somewhere City is Origami Angel's debut studio album following their well-received EPs. Released on November 15, 2019, it marked a significant step in their evolution from an emerging DIY band to a recognized act within the emo revival scene.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Welcome To… 3:05
- 2 24 Hr Drive-Thru 2:44
- 3 666 Flags 2:47
- 4 Doctor Whomst 2:59
- 5 Say Less 2:25
- 6 Escape Rope 2:16
- 7 The Title Track 2:31
- 8 Skeleton Key 3:02
- 9 Find Your Throne 3:26
- 10 The Air Up Here 4:46
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