The Fifth State of Consciousness
Peaking Lights · 2017
78 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic pop
A mesmerizing blend of hazy melodies and hypnotic rhythms, evoking a sense of transcendent exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dreaming Outside — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its ethereal soundscapes and layered vocals, encapsulating the dreamlike quality characteristic of Peaking Lights’ music.
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Coyote Ghost Melodies — With its infectious rhythm and captivating melody, this track exemplifies the duo's ability to blend pop sensibilities with experimental sound design.
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Love Can Move Mountains — This song stands out for its uplifting lyrics and rich instrumentation, highlighting Peaking Lights' knack for creating anthemic moments within their atmospheric compositions.
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Put Down Your Guns — The track combines poignant themes with a compelling groove, showcasing the duo's skill in marrying social commentary with engaging melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends hazy melodies with rhythmic exploration, showcasing distinct songwriting and production choices.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a dreamlike atmosphere, while the fourth track introduces a more pronounced rhythm.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for gradual build-ups and explorations of sound.
- The album's final track features a significant drop in tempo and instrumentation, creating a meditative conclusion.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- mesmerizing soundscapes for introspection
- long, immersive listening journeys
- hypnotic rhythms for deep focus
- transcendent exploration of consciousness
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced experiences
- want immediate catchy hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Fifth State of Consciousness is Peaking Lights' fifth studio album, released during a period of artistic evolution following their previous work, 2014's Cosmic Logic. This release showcases their continued experimentation with psychedelic pop and electronic influences, solidifying their unique sound in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tame Impala· MGMT· Animal Collective
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Eclipse of the Heart
Imagery shifts from light to dark as it explores contrasts between love and loss.
This lyrical turn deepens the emotional complexity of the song, illustrating how light and shadow coexist in personal relationships.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Dreaming Outside 6:51
- 2 Coyote Ghost Melodies 7:17
- 3 Everytime I See the Light 6:12
- 4 I’ll Be in the Sky 4:08
- 5 Love Can Move Mountains 5:33
- 6 Sweetness Isn’t Far Away 10:25
Disc 2
- 1 Que du bon 5:42
- 2 A Phoenix and a Fish 6:24
- 3 Eclipse of the Heart 6:55
- 4 In My Disguise 5:04
- 5 Put Down Your Guns 7:32
- 6 Wild Paradise 6:56
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