Released 10 years ago
The Unborn Capitalist from Limbo
Cory Hanson · 2016
3 min · 8 tracks
A surreal blend of folk and psychedelic sounds wrapped in contemplative lyrics that question modern existence.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Unborn Capitalist From Limbo — The title track encapsulates the album's central themes of existential questioning and critiques of capitalism through haunting melodies and vivid imagery.
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Ordinary People — This song stands out with its poignant storytelling about the mundane aspects of life, contrasting them against broader societal issues in a relatable manner.
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Garden of Delight — With its lush instrumentation and reflective lyrics, this track beautifully illustrates the album's blend of nostalgia and yearning for simplicity amidst chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and psychedelic sounds with surreal lyrics, creating a distinct yet cohesive experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered instrumentation, gradually introducing elements of folk and psychedelia.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and extended instrumental sections.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of modern existence through contemplative verses that often employ surreal imagery.
- 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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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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- reflective, introspective listening sessions
- dreamlike, ethereal soundscapes
- gradual builds and payoffs
- contemplative evening moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 11, 2016, The Unborn Capitalist from Limbo is Cory Hanson's sophomore solo album following his debut, The Waiting World. At this point in his career, Hanson was transitioning from his role in the experimental rock band Wand, showcasing a more introspective and personal songwriting style distinct from his previous work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kevin Morby· Faye Webster· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Unborn Capitalist From Limbo
- 2 Replica
- 3 Garden of Delight
- 4 Violent Moon
- 5 Ordinary People 3:26
- 6 Evening Glass
- 7 Flu Moon
- 8 Arrival
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