The Way and Color
TEEN · 2014
46 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Dreamy synths and layered harmonies create a vibrant soundscape that blends elements of pop and experimental rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rose 4 U — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its ethereal vocals and intricate arrangements, encapsulating the band's signature blend of dreamy pop and rock.
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Breathe Low & Deep — With its extended instrumental passages and atmospheric buildup, this track highlights the band's ability to create immersive soundscapes that invite deep listening.
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Not For Long — A standout in terms of lyrical poignancy and melodic hooks, this track showcases the band’s knack for marrying introspective themes with infectious rhythms.
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Voices — At just over two minutes long, this brief interlude acts as a captivating sonic pause that enriches the album's overall flow while emphasizing vocal experimentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal arrangements and experimental structures, contributing to its unique sound.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, with abrupt shifts in dynamics and tempo that challenge traditional pop forms.
- The closing track features an extended instrumental outro, allowing the lush instrumentation to linger and create a reflective atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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 Rose 4 U 4:54
- 2 Not For Long 4:53
- 3 Tied Up Tied Down 3:28
- 4 Sticky 4:33
- 5 Breathe Low & Deep 6:49
- 6 Voices 2:02
- 7 More Than I Ask For 4:46
- 8 Toi Toi Toi 5:28
- 9 Reconsider 3:29
- 10 All the Same 5:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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