Released 20 years ago
The Tallest Man on Earth
Kristian Matsson · 2006
19 min · 6 tracks · folk music
A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking and earnest vocals weaves stories of longing and nature's beauty throughout this intimate folk EP.
Top tracks — play these first
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It Will Follow the Rain — This opening track sets the tone for the EP with its haunting melody and vivid imagery that captures themes of nature and introspection.
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Walk the Line — The song features a rhythmic complexity that showcases Matsson's impressive guitar skills while exploring themes of perseverance and uncertainty.
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Over the Hills — With its evocative storytelling and dynamic shifts, this track exemplifies Matsson's knack for blending personal narrative with universal feelings of longing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and cohesive arrangements, establishing Matsson's unique voice in indie folk.
What we noticed
- The EP features intricate fingerpicking patterns that dominate the guitar arrangements, creating a rich texture throughout.
- Vocals are delivered with a raw, earnest quality, often layered with subtle harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- 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
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
- vivid landscapes of introspection
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- short sessions of earnest storytelling
- for quiet afternoon walks
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing this self-titled EP in 2006, Kristian Matsson, known as The Tallest Man on Earth, was just starting to carve out his niche in the indie folk scene. This debut marked his entry into the music world, showcasing his distinctive voice and guitar work that would later define his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Will Follow the Rain 3:24
- 2 Walk the Line 3:32
- 3 Steal Tomorrow 2:40
- 4 In The Pockets 3:48
- 5 Over the Hills 3:19
- 6 Into the Stream 2:51
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