Thirst for Romance
Cherry Ghost · 2007
51 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A rich tapestry of emotive melodies intertwined with poignant storytelling and atmospheric instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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People Help the People — This track stands out for its uplifting message and anthemic chorus, becoming a defining song of the album that showcases Aldred's lyrical prowess.
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Roses — With its haunting melody and evocative lyrics, 'Roses' encapsulates the bittersweet longing that permeates much of the album.
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Mountain Bird — The interplay of delicate instrumentation and introspective lyrics in 'Mountain Bird' highlights Aldred's ability to create immersive soundscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases emotive melodies and storytelling but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered instrumentation, gradually building to a full sound by the end of the first song.
- Each track typically features a prominent piano line, often accompanied by strings and subtle percussion, creating an atmospheric backdrop.
- Several songs incorporate shifts in dynamics, with quieter verses leading into more powerful choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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 Thirst for Romance 3:54
- 2 4am 3:39
- 3 Mountain Bird 3:58
- 4 People Help the People 3:59
- 5 Roses 3:48
- 6 Dead Man's Suit 5:42
- 7 False Alarm 3:53
- 8 Alfred the Great 3:29
- 9 Here Come the Romans 4:00
- 10 Mary on the Mend 7:50
- 11 Mathematics 4:31
- 12 The Same God 2:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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