Released 10 years ago
Three
Phantogram · 2016
36 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and shadowy beats creates an immersive dreamscape that lingers long after it ends.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Don’t Get Me High Anymore — This track exemplifies the album's exploration of themes like addiction and existentialism, driven by a pulsating rhythm that contrasts with reflective lyrics.
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Funeral Pyre — Opening the album, this song sets a somber yet captivating tone, featuring rich layers of sound that encapsulate the band's ethereal aesthetic.
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Cruel World — With its infectious hook and lyrical introspection, this track balances melancholy and exhilaration, showcasing Phantogram's ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional narratives.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends atmospheric elements with strong rhythmic components, creating a distinctive sound within indie rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow build in 'Funeral Pyre', layering synths and vocals that create a haunting atmosphere.
- Tracks like 'You Don’t Get Me High Anymore' feature a prominent bass line that drives the rhythm, contrasting with ethereal vocal melodies.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from subdued verses to explosive choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for deep focus
- dreamlike soundscapes for introspection
- consistent flow with gradual peaks
- haunting melodies that linger
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek immediate, catchy hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Phantogram released 'Three' in 2016, they had already established themselves as prominent figures in the indie electronic scene with their previous albums 'Eyelid Movies' (2014) and 'Voices' (2014). This album marked a continuation of their sonic evolution, showcasing a more polished production while retaining their signature atmospheric sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beach House· Grimes· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Funeral Pyre 4:05
- 2 Same Old Blues 3:31
- 3 You Don’t Get Me High Anymore 3:39
- 4 Cruel World 2:57
- 5 Barking Dog 3:02
- 6 You’re Mine 2:51
- 7 Answer 3:51
- 8 Run Run Blood 4:59
- 9 Destroyer 4:17
- 10 Calling All 3:41
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