The Strange Idols Pattern and Other Short Stories
Felt · 1984
27 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, enveloped in a dreamy, atmospheric haze.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sunlight Bathed the Golden Glow — This track encapsulates the essence of Felt's sound with its shimmering guitars and haunting melodies, perfectly illustrating the band's ability to evoke nostalgia.
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Spanish House — With its intricate texture and reflective lyrics, this song serves as a prime example of Felt's lyrical depth and musical craftsmanship.
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Dismantled King Is Off the Throne — The track’s dynamic shifts between delicate verses and explosive choruses highlight the band's innovative approach to song structure within their genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of jangly guitars and abstract lyrics creates a distinctive sound that influenced later genres.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of jangly guitar melodies that intertwine with atmospheric synths throughout its nine tracks.
- Tracks often shift dynamics, with some maintaining a steady mid-tempo while others introduce sudden tempo changes or instrumental breaks.
- Several songs utilize layered vocals that create a dreamy quality, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the ethereal feel of the record.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Roman Litter 3:30
- 2 Sempiternal Darkness 2:14
- 3 Spanish House 4:30
- 4 Imprint 1:45
- 5 Sunlight Bathed the Golden Glow 2:57
- 6 Vasco da Gama 3:40
- 7 Dismantled King Is Off the Throne 2:50
- 8 Crystal Ball 2:56
- 9 Whirlpool Vision of Shame 3:31
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