Released 11 years ago this October
Stories
Avicii · 2015
57 min · 15 tracks · electronic dance music
An uplifting blend of electronic melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of modern dance music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Waiting for Love Start here — This track serves as a vibrant anthem about hope and longing, encapsulating the album's emotional core with its infectious melody and relatable lyrics.
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Broken Arrows — With its motivational message and upbeat tempo, this song exemplifies Avicii's knack for combining uplifting themes with catchy hooks, making it a standout single.
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The Nights — A celebration of living life to the fullest, this track became an anthem for many, resonating beyond the dance floor due to its universal theme of adventure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines catchy melodies with emotional lyrics, though its pacing and structure vary in effectiveness.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of uplifting melodies and driving beats across most tracks, creating a danceable atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal hooks that are repeated throughout, enhancing their anthemic quality.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the more energetic earlier songs.
- 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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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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting moments for celebration
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- anthems for living fully
- for road trips
- feel-good energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Avicii's reputation with hit singles and a diverse sound following his debut.
- Career context
- By the time Avicii released 'Stories' in October 2015, he had established himself as a leading figure in the electronic dance music scene following his breakthrough with 'Wake Me Up' in 2013. This album came after a tumultuous period marked by health issues and a growing desire to explore deeper themes in his music. 'Stories' represents an artistic refinement, merging personal narratives with Avicii's signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Calvin Harris· David Guetta· Zedd
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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For a Better Day
The chorus shifts from personal reflection to a collective call for resilience amidst struggles.
Tracklist
- 1 Waiting for Love Start here 3:50
- 2 Talk to Myself 3:55
- 3 Touch Me 3:06
- 4 Ten More Days 4:05
- 5 For a Better Day 3:26
- 6 Broken Arrows 3:52
- 7 True Believer 4:48
- 8 City Lights 6:28
- 9 Pure Grinding 2:51
- 10 Sunset Jesus 4:24
- 11 Can’t Catch Me 3:59
- 12 Somewhere in Stockholm 3:22
- 13 Trouble 2:51
- 14 Gonna Love Ya 3:35
- 15 The Nights 2:56
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Cloud Nine
Kygo
Shares a sunny, melodic approach with uplifting themes of love and personal experience.
True Colors
Zedd
Captures anthemic melodies and emotional lyrics centered on self-discovery and celebration.
Motion
Calvin Harris
Features vibrant electronic production with themes of living fully and memorable life moments.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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