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Sweet Disarray

Dan Croll · 2014

38 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

Bright melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, crafting an engaging landscape of indie rock infused with pop sensibility.

Top tracks — play these first

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    From Nowhere — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious rhythm and catchy chorus, showcasing Croll's knack for melody.
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    Thinkin Aboutchu — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this song captures the essence of youthful infatuation, standing out as a highlight of the album.
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    Compliment Your Soul — This track features poignant lyrics that reflect on vulnerability and connection, demonstrating Croll's lyrical depth alongside his melodic talent.
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    Sweet Disarray — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of love and confusion, blending anthemic choruses with intricate instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and production.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
  • Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The instrumentation often combines bright guitar riffs with electronic elements, giving a modern feel to traditional indie rock.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 From Nowhere 3:17
  • 2 Thinkin Aboutchu 2:59
  • 3 Wanna Know 2:35
  • 4 In / Out 3:14
  • 5 Compliment Your Soul 3:02
  • 6 Only Ghost 3:00
  • 7 Can You Hear Me 3:31
  • 8 Sweet Disarray 3:25
  • 9 Maway 3:14
  • 10 Must Be Leaving 3:00
  • 11 Always Like This 3:12
  • 12 Home 3:49

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