The Strangest Things
Longwave · 2003
42 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
Melodic indie rock intertwines atmospheric guitars with introspective lyrics, creating an ethereal yet grounded sonic experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tidal Wave — This track exemplifies the band’s ability to blend catchy melodies with lush instrumentation, making it a standout single that captured listener attention.
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Everywhere You Turn — With its infectious chorus and driving rhythm, this song encapsulates the album’s emotional depth while showcasing Longwave's knack for memorable hooks.
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Day Sleeper — The haunting ambience and reflective lyrics of this track highlight the band's lyrical prowess while offering a poignant listen that resonates deeply.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its peers.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied dynamics and slower tracks.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar textures that create a rich atmospheric sound, particularly in 'Tidal Wave' and 'The Ghosts Around You'.
- Lyrically, the album often employs introspective themes, with verses that build on personal experiences rather than abstract concepts.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Me When It's Over 4:05
- 2 Everywhere You Turn 3:39
- 3 Pool Song 2:59
- 4 I Know It's Coming Someday 4:15
- 5 Meet Me at the Bottom 4:25
- 6 Can't Feel a Thing 1:29
- 7 Tidal Wave 3:27
- 8 The Ghosts Around You 4:13
- 9 All Sewn Up 3:42
- 10 Exit 3:51
- 11 Strangest Things 3:13
- 12 Day Sleeper 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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