What makes Through the Glass by Atlas Genius notable?

This EP features the breakout hit 'Trojans', which peaked at number five on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, greatly expanding their reach. The track received significant airplay and praise for its catchy hooks and relatable themes, establishing Atlas Genius as a notable new voice in alternative rock. Through the Glass marks Atlas Genius's debut EP, released in June 2012 after the band gained initial traction with their single 'Trojans'. At this point, they were transitioning from local Australian acts to an international audience, setting the stage for their later full-length album.

How many songs are on Through the Glass?

Through the Glass has 4 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Through the Glass

Atlas Genius · 2012

13 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

Bright melodies and driving rhythms intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an energetic yet reflective soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Trojans — 'Trojans' serves as the EP's standout track, characterized by its infectious melody and relatable lyrics about navigating personal challenges. Its commercial success helped catapult the band into the mainstream spotlight.
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Back Seat — With its laid-back vibe and reflective lyrics, 'Back Seat' showcases the band's ability to blend introspection with engaging instrumentation, further solidifying their signature sound.
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Symptoms — 'Symptoms' adds depth to the EP with its exploration of emotional turmoil, demonstrating the band's lyrical maturity alongside their melodic sensibilities.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The EP features catchy melodies and solid songwriting but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The first two tracks feature bright guitar riffs and steady drum patterns that maintain an upbeat tempo, while the third track introduces a more subdued, reflective tone.
The EP opens with its most popular track, 'Trojans', which sets a high-energy mood that is somewhat tempered by the introspective lyrics throughout.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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 Trojans 3:37
2 Back Seat 3:03
3 Symptoms 3:19
4 Trojans (Crown City acoustic) 3:35

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