Thirteens
Leona Naess · 2008
39 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks, wrapped in a warm, acoustic-driven soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leave Your Boyfriends Behind — This track features a catchy chorus and showcases Naess's knack for blending personal storytelling with broader social commentary, reflecting on self-empowerment.
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Not the Same Girl — Here, Naess explores themes of identity and change through evocative imagery and a haunting melody that lingers long after the song ends.
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Heavy Like Sunday — This track stands out for its raw emotional honesty and minimalist arrangement, allowing Naess's vocal vulnerability to shine through effectively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout uniqueness in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a reflective finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Learning as We Go
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative shifts from uncertainty to acceptance of life's unpredictability.
This transition emphasizes growth and resilience, showcasing Naess's ability to articulate complex emotions within a straightforward lyrical framework.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ghosts in the Attic 3:45
- 2 Leave Your Boyfriends Behind 4:05
- 3 Learning as We Go 4:07
- 4 Unnamed (This Song Makes Me Happy) 3:51
- 5 Not the Same Girl 4:21
- 6 Swing Swing Gently 3:42
- 7 Heavy Like Sunday 2:54
- 8 Shiny on the Inside 3:59
- 9 The Lipstick Song 2:39
- 10 When Sharks Attack 3:32
- 11 On My Mind 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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