Songs of Patience
Alberta Cross · 2012
54 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with rugged instrumentation, creating a sonic landscape that oscillates between introspective balladry and spirited anthems.
Top tracks — play these first
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Magnolia — Opening the album, this track sets a reflective tone with its haunting melody and evocative lyrics that explore themes of longing and nostalgia.
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Wasteland — This song stands out for its powerful instrumentation and poignant lyrics that address feelings of desolation, embodying the album's emotional core.
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Bonfires — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this track showcases Alberta Cross's ability to blend introspection with a sense of uplift, making it a memorable highlight.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity, particularly in the choruses, creating a sense of uplift.
- The instrumentation often shifts from sparse arrangements to fuller soundscapes, especially noticeable in tracks like 'Wasteland' and 'Bonfires'.
- 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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I Believe in Everything
In the bridge, a shift occurs where the singer expresses vulnerability through a sudden change in perspective that emphasizes openness.
This structural choice enhances the emotional weight of the song, contrasting previous assertions of belief with a moment of self-doubt.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Magnolia 5:19
- 2 Crate of Gold 3:03
- 3 Lay Down 4:31
- 4 Come on Maker 4:12
- 5 Wasteland 4:01
- 6 Ophelia on My Mind 3:48
- 7 I Believe in Everything 4:05
- 8 Money for the Weekend (Pocket Full of Shame) 3:22
- 9 Life Without Warning 5:23
- 10 Bonfires 5:17
- 11 Rambling Home 6:19
- 12 Wait 5:35
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