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Stateless

Stateless · 2007

47 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of haunting melodies and intricate soundscapes, merging alternative rock with electronic elements to create a captivating auditory experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Bloodstream — This track exemplifies the band's fusion of atmospheric soundscapes with emotive lyrics, making it a standout representation of their artistic vision.
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    Exit — With its driving rhythm and poignant vocal delivery, 'Exit' captures the urgency and introspection that permeates the album.
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    This Language — 'This Language' showcases intricate instrumentation and lyrical depth, illustrating the band's knack for blending poetic themes with compelling melodies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

Stateless combines alternative rock and electronic elements effectively, though it shows some unevenness in pacing and cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks build a gradual intensity, with 'Bloodstream' introducing a prominent electronic beat that contrasts with the preceding atmospheric pieces.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocals that intertwine, creating a rich texture rather than clear lead and backing roles.
  • The album closes with 'Inscape', which employs a minimalist arrangement that strips back the instrumentation, providing a stark contrast to earlier tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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 Prism #1 4:17
  • 2 Exit 3:43
  • 3 Bloodstream 5:11
  • 4 This Language 5:11
  • 5 Down Here 4:07
  • 6 Radiokiller 4:00
  • 7 Running Out 4:33
  • 8 Crash 4:47
  • 9 Bluetrace 4:57
  • 10 Inscape 6:14

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