Southern Weather
The Almost · 2007
38 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of earnest lyrics and punchy melodies, merging alternative rock with subtle Christian influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Say This Sooner — The opening track sets an energetic tone, combining catchy hooks with introspective lyrics that capture the essence of youthful longing.
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Drive There Now — This track showcases a more melodic side of the album, emphasizing the struggle between desire and reality through its relatable narrative.
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I Mostly Copy Other People — With its self-reflective lyrics and driving rhythm, this song encapsulates themes of identity and conformity prevalent throughout the album.
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Everyone Here Smells Like a Rat — This track stands out for its raw energy and critical perspective on disloyalty, underscoring the album's exploration of personal relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic rock with introspective moments, balancing catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics.
What we noticed
- Tracks five through seven introduce slower tempos and more introspective lyrics, creating a noticeable shift in mood.
- The final track ends with a gradual fade-out, leaving the listener with an unresolved feeling.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- punchy melodies for road trips
- earnest lyrics for reflective moments
- quick bursts of emotional release
- short tracks for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- dislike of punchy song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 3, 2007, Southern Weather marked The Almost's debut studio album, showcasing frontman Aaron Gillespie's transition from drummer of Underoath to a standalone artist. This album set the stage for their future work and established them in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anberlin· Hawk Nelson· Switchfoot
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Amazing Because It Is
The bridge shifts to a more hopeful tone, addressing possibilities rather than failures while maintaining a sense of vulnerability.
This moment marks a departure from the earlier pessimism in the album, highlighting growth and resilience amidst emotional struggles.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Say This Sooner 3:14
- 2 Drive There Now 3:11
- 3 Dirty and Left Out 3:42
- 4 I Mostly Copy Other People 3:22
- 5 Southern Weather 3:28
- 6 Stop It 3:35
- 7 Amazing Because It Is 4:24
- 8 Everyone Here Smells Like a Rat 3:18
- 9 Never Say “I Told You So” 2:59
- 10 Call Back When I’m Honest 3:24
- 11 Everything That Makes Me Sick 3:31
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