Star Tiger Star Ariel
Delays · 2010
46 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
Euphoric melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that captures both nostalgia and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Find a Home (New Forest Shaker) — This opening track sets the tone with its uplifting instrumentation and themes of belonging, reflecting the album's overarching exploration of finding one's place.
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May '45 — A poignant reflection on loss and memory, this track combines dreamy melodies with haunting lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to evoke deep emotions.
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Star Tiger, Star Ariel — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and connection through its lush instrumentation and intricate vocal harmonies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends euphoric melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong production and thoughtful arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bright, layered instrumental that sets a euphoric tone, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective themes.
- Several tracks feature intricate harmonies and overlapping melodies, creating a dense soundscape that invites repeated listens.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion that contrasts with the earlier energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Find a Home (New Forest Shaker) 4:02
- 2 The Lost Estate 4:05
- 3 Shanghaied 2:59
- 4 Rhapsody 4:00
- 5 May '45 4:17
- 6 Hold Fire 4:07
- 7 Unsung 3:59
- 8 In Brilliant Sunshine 4:42
- 9 Moment Gone 4:27
- 10 Lakes Can Be Lethal 5:12
- 11 Star Tiger, Star Ariel 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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