Spaces Everywhere
The Monochrome Set · 2015
34 min · 10 tracks · new wave
A blend of whimsical storytelling and jangly guitars, wrapped in a playful yet introspective new wave sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh, You’re Such a Star — This track stands out for its catchy melody and witty lyrics that encapsulate the band's signature charm, offering a playful commentary on fame.
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When I Get to Hollywood — With its tongue-in-cheek lyrics about aspirations and dreams, this song captures the essence of the album's whimsical storytelling approach.
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Spaces Everywhere — The title track serves as a reflective centerpiece, combining melodic hooks with introspective lyrics that resonate with themes of space and belonging.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases clever songwriting and a playful sound, but lacks strong cohesion in its sequencing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and jangly guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs incorporate whimsical storytelling elements, with lyrics that create vivid imagery and playful narratives.
- The album maintains a consistent sound palette, characterized by bright guitar tones and layered vocal harmonies throughout its duration.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- playful introspection for sunny days
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- catchy melodies that invite humming
Maybe skip if you
- seeks heavy emotional depth
- prefers lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, Spaces Everywhere marked The Monochrome Set's return after an extended hiatus since their previous album, 1998's Arts and Crafts. This album showcases the band's continued evolution within the new wave genre while celebrating their quirky lyrical style that has defined their career since the late 1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wire· The B-52's· XTC
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Avenue
The moment shifts from a nostalgic reflection on past relationships to a more immediate longing for connection.
This transition in perspective deepens the emotional impact, revealing how memories shape present desires.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Iceman 3:13
- 2 Fantasy Creatures 3:41
- 3 Avenue 3:44
- 4 Oh, You’re Such a Star 2:45
- 5 Rain Check 3:53
- 6 When I Get to Hollywood 2:42
- 7 The Z Train 4:00
- 8 The Scream 3:37
- 9 In a Little Village 3:04
- 10 Spaces Everywhere 3:27
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