The Hundred in the Hands
The Hundred in the Hands · 2010
41 min · 11 tracks · synth-pop
Ethereal synths blend with minimalist rhythms, creating a dreamlike soundscape that pulses with both urgency and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Young Aren't Young — Opening the album with a pulsing beat and airy vocals, this track encapsulates the duo's signature blend of danceable rhythms and introspective lyrics.
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Commotion — This song showcases the album's dynamic energy, combining catchy hooks with an infectious groove that exemplifies their unique take on synth-pop.
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Lovesick (Once Again) — With its evocative lyrics and haunting melody, this track highlights the band's ability to merge emotional depth with danceable beats, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines ethereal synths with minimalist rhythms, creating a unique sound that stands out within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a pulsing synth line that sets a consistent tempo across the first half, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and textures.
- Vocals are layered with effects, often blending into the instrumental backdrop rather than standing out as separate elements.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability in the flow.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Young Aren't Young 4:25
- 2 Lovesick (Once Again) 4:00
- 3 Killing It 3:38
- 4 Pigeons 3:29
- 5 Commotion 4:46
- 6 This Day Is Made 3:57
- 7 Dead Ending 4:08
- 8 Gold Blood 3:22
- 9 Dressed in Dresden 3:32
- 10 Last City 3:41
- 11 The Beach 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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