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Still Run

Wet · 2018

40 min · 10 tracks · alternative music

Intimate melodies blend with atmospheric synths, creating a reflective soundscape that captures vulnerability and emotional depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Still Run — The title track encapsulates the album's core theme of resilience amidst emotional turmoil, showcasing both lyrical depth and haunting melodies.
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    Lately — This track highlights Wet's ability to fuse vulnerability with catchy hooks, making it a standout anthem about self-reflection and longing.
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    Love Is Not Enough — In this track, the tension between desire and reality is masterfully portrayed through poignant lyrics and layered instrumentation, representing the album’s emotional climax.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album blends intimate melodies with electronic elements, showcasing Wet's growth while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich, atmospheric sound before shifting to more stripped-down arrangements in the following songs.
  • Several tracks incorporate electronic beats and synth textures, particularly in 'Lately' and '11 Hours', which contrasts with the more acoustic-driven opener.
  • The album closes with 'Love Is Not Enough', which features a gradual build-up of instrumentation leading to an emotional climax, leaving a lingering sense of reflection.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • intimate reflections on vulnerability
  • atmospheric soundscapes for contemplation
  • melancholic melodies for quiet moments
  • thoughtful narratives in each track

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking upbeat party anthems
  • wanting instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2018, Still Run is Wet's sophomore album following their debut, Don't You, which established them in the alternative music scene. At this point, the band evolved their sound, integrating more electronic elements and exploring themes of love and loss while solidifying their identity post-debut success.
Stylistic neighbors
Låpsley· Alvvays· Muna

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • There's a Reason

    The singer questions past decisions by directly addressing someone who has caused pain, revealing layers of regret and insight.

    This direct address shifts the narrative perspective, emphasizing personal accountability while deepening the emotional impact of the song.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Still Run 3:36
  • 2 There's a Reason 3:18
  • 3 You're Not Wrong 3:39
  • 4 Lately 3:51
  • 5 Softens 5:45
  • 6 11 Hours 3:07
  • 7 This Woman Loves You 3:23
  • 8 Out of Tune 3:42
  • 9 Visitor 5:23
  • 10 Love Is Not Enough 4:56

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata