Stockholm
Chrissie Hynde · 2014
37 min · 11 tracks · new wave
A blend of polished rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing a mature yet vibrant sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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You or No One — This track opens the album with a compelling mix of vulnerability and defiance, encapsulating Hynde’s signature lyrical style and melodic strength.
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Dark Sunglasses — With its catchy chorus and layered instrumentation, this song highlights the blend of pop sensibilities and rock roots that define the album.
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In a Miracle — This track features reflective lyrics paired with an evocative melody, illustrating Hynde’s introspection and emotional depth at this stage of her career.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong songwriting and polished production, with varied pacing and a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective mood.
- Several songs incorporate rich vocal harmonies and intricate guitar work, particularly in 'In a Miracle' and 'Tourniquet (Cynthia Anne)'.
- The album closes with a subdued track that gradually fades out, creating a sense of resolution after the preceding intensity.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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In a Miracle
The bridge shifts perspective dramatically, creating a moment of clarity amidst confusion.
This change in perspective allows for a deeper emotional connection, transforming the narrative from uncertainty to hope.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You or No One 3:38
- 2 Dark Sunglasses 3:05
- 3 Like in the Movies 3:16
- 4 Down the Wrong Way 3:37
- 5 You’re the One 2:49
- 6 A Plan Too Far 3:12
- 7 In a Miracle 3:59
- 8 House of Cards 3:51
- 9 Tourniquet (Cynthia Anne) 2:39
- 10 Sweet Nuthin’ 2:58
- 11 Adding the Blue 4:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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