The Needles the Space
Straylight Run · 2007
45 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
Emotional melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a reflective soundscape that captures the essence of alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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How Do I Fix My Head — This track stands out for its haunting melody and introspective lyrics that delve into mental health struggles, embodying the album's overarching themes of personal conflict.
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We'll Never Leave Again — With its anthemic chorus and driving instrumentals, this track encapsulates a sense of urgency and longing, making it a powerful highlight of the album.
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The Miracle That Never Came — This song features poignant lyrics about disillusionment and hope, providing a compelling narrative that resonates with listeners seeking depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and emotional depth but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a reflective atmosphere.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The arrangement often includes piano and strings alongside standard rock instrumentation, adding depth to the sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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 The Words We Say 3:24
- 2 The Miracle That Never Came 2:33
- 3 Soon We'll Be Living in the Future 2:54
- 4 How Do I Fix My Head 4:49
- 5 Who Will Save Us Now 3:50
- 6 Cover Your Eyes 3:25
- 7 We'll Never Leave Again 5:37
- 8 Take It to Manhattan 2:52
- 9 Still Alone 2:45
- 10 This Is the End 3:36
- 11 Buttoned Down 3:46
- 12 Track #12 1:16
- 13 The First of the Century 4:50
- 14 I Know It Hasn't Been Easy
- 15 I Don't Have the Time
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