Released 9 years ago this October
The Kid
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith · 2017
51 min · 13 tracks · electronica
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and organic sounds that evoke a sense of wonder and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Kid — This track encapsulates the album's themes of innocence and exploration, merging playful melodies with intricate layers that evoke childhood curiosity.
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I Am Learning — Through its gentle rhythms and reflective tone, this track elegantly captures the essence of growth and self-discovery that permeates the album.
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I Will Make Room for You — This track stands out for its emotive vocal delivery and rich harmonies, illustrating intimacy and vulnerability amid lush instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's intricate soundscapes and thoughtful arrangements create a unique listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths and organic sounds, creating a rich tapestry of textures that evolve throughout each track.
- Several tracks utilize a gradual build-up of elements, often starting with minimal instrumentation before introducing more complex layers.
- The sequencing includes moments of silence or sparse arrangements that allow for introspection, particularly in the transitions between tracks.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration
- introspective moments of self-discovery
- gentle rhythms for reflective thinking
- warm textures for quiet contemplation
- playful curiosity in every track
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 6, 2017, The Kid is Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith's third studio album, following her breakthrough record, Ears (2016). At this point in her career, Smith was solidifying her reputation as an innovative force in the realms of electronic and experimental music, having gained critical acclaim for her unique approach to sound design and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Julia Holter· Nils Frahm· Tangerine Dream
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Am a Thought 1:53
- 2 An Intention 4:00
- 3 A Kid 5:04
- 4 In the World 3:00
- 5 I Am Consumed 0:54
- 6 In the World, but Not of the World 3:57
- 7 I Am Learning 3:15
- 8 To Follow & Lead 4:48
- 9 Until I Remember 4:23
- 10 Who I Am & Why I Am Where I Am 5:20
- 11 I Am Curious, I Care 3:44
- 12 I Will Make Room for You 4:58
- 13 To Feel Your Best 6:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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