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This Year, Next Year, Sometime . . . ?

Mirrors · 2012

23 min · 7 tracks · synth-pop

Ethereal synths weave through introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that captures both melancholy and hope.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Dust — Opening with haunting melodies and layered vocals, this track sets the tone for the album's introspective journey while establishing Mirrors' signature sound.
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    Shooting Stars — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this song combines energetic instrumentation with reflective lyrics, highlighting the contrast between joy and melancholy.
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    Nothing Lost — This track features a poignant exploration of vulnerability, utilizing minimalist production to emphasize the emotional weight of its lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of introspective emotion
  • dreamlike soundscapes for reflection
  • melancholic tunes for quiet moments
  • ethereal vibes during solitary walks

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, expansive albums
  • want high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
This Year, Next Year, Sometime . . . ? marked Mirrors' debut album, arriving in January 2012 after several years of establishing their sound. The band had previously released a handful of singles, which set the stage for their full-length exploration of synth-pop aesthetics and personal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Chvrches· M83· Empire of the Sun

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dust 3:48
  • 2 Shooting Stars 3:55
  • 3 Blood Diamond (home demo) 3:44
  • 4 Pick Me Up (home demo) 2:05
  • 5 Nothing Lost (home demo) 4:18
  • 6 Leave Me Here (home demo) 2:16
  • 7 Dead Air (home demo) 3:02

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