Released 5 years ago this November
The Walls Are Way Too Thin
Holly Humberstone · 2021
20 min · 6 tracks · indie pop
A delicate blend of introspective lyrics and ethereal melodies, evoking the quiet chaos of personal relationships.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Walls Are Way Too Thin — This title track encapsulates the overarching theme of vulnerability and emotional transparency, showcasing Humberstone's poignant lyrical style.
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Thursday — With its layered instrumentation and heartfelt delivery, this track highlights Humberstone's ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet effective storytelling.
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Haunted House — Opening the EP, this song sets a haunting tone that blends atmospheric production with relatable themes of fear and uncertainty in relationships.
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 production, marking a solid debut for Humberstone.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of soft synth pads and minimal percussion, creating an intimate atmosphere.
- Each song typically follows a verse-chorus structure, with the choruses often introducing layered vocal harmonies.
- The EP closes with 'Friendly Fire', which shifts to a more upbeat tempo compared to the preceding tracks, providing a contrast in energy.
- 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
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
- delicate explorations of personal relationships
- intimate moments of quiet chaos
- emotionally charged lyrical storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
- seek lengthy, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as her debut EP, The Walls Are Way Too Thin marked Holly Humberstone's emergence in the indie pop scene after gaining acclaim for her singles. By late 2021, she had already garnered significant attention from prominent figures in music, building on a foundation laid by her earlier singles like 'Deep End'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Clairo· Gracie Abrams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Haunted House 2:15
- 2 The Walls Are Way Too Thin 3:42
- 3 Please Don’t Leave Just Yet 3:50
- 4 Thursday 4:07
- 5 Scarlett 3:16
- 6 Friendly Fire 3:45
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