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Aloha · 2002
45 min · 10 tracks
A vibrant blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric melodies, creating a soundscape that feels both expansive and intimate.
Top tracks — play these first
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They See Rocks — This track showcases Aloha's signature rhythmic complexity and ethereal vocals, making it a standout example of their experimental yet accessible sound.
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Protest Song — With its poignant lyrics and driving instrumentation, this track reflects the band's ability to weave political themes into engaging music.
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I Wish No Chains Upon You — This song combines heartfelt lyrics with lush melodies, encapsulating the emotional depth that characterizes much of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate rhythms and layered vocals create a distinctive sound that rewards repeated listens.
What we noticed
- Vocals are layered with harmonies that intertwine with the instrumentation, creating a dense soundscape throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that serve as transitions, affecting the overall pacing and flow of the album.
- 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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8/10
- 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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Let Your Head Hang Low
The bridge shifts to a more personal tone, moving from abstract observations to direct emotional pleas.
This transition deepens the listener's connection to the narrative, contrasting earlier detachment with an intimate vulnerability.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fractures (Part One) 2:27
- 2 They See Rocks 4:20
- 3 Let Your Head Hang Low 4:44
- 4 Balling Phase 6:26
- 5 It Won't Be Long 3:04
- 6 Protest Song 3:22
- 7 Thieves All Around Us 5:01
- 8 Dissolving 5:06
- 9 I Wish No Chains Upon You 4:26
- 10 We Get Down 6:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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