Tin Cans with Strings to You
51 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A raw blend of emotional lyrics and driving instrumentals captures the turbulent essence of 90s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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What I’ve Wanted to Say — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its introspective lyrics and powerful dynamics, showcasing Far's signature blend of melody and intensity.
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Love, American Style — This song combines catchy hooks with poignant observations on love and identity, making it a standout moment that exemplifies the band's lyrical depth.
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Job’s Eyes — Clocking in at over seven minutes, this track showcases the band's ability to build tension through intricate arrangements and emotional delivery, highlighting their growth as musicians.
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Sorrow’s End — As the album's closer, it encapsulates the overarching themes of loss and resolution with haunting melodies that linger long after the record ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic instrumentation with emotional lyrics, characteristic of its era but lacks some cohesion in flow.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective and melodic pieces.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, enhancing the emotional impact.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal narratives, creating a strong connection with the listener.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective moments amid raw energy
- for reflective listening sessions
- engaging narrative through track flow
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefers standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Tin Cans with Strings to You was Far's second studio album, following their debut, Water & Solutions. At this point in their career, the band was establishing their presence within the emo and post-hardcore scenes, moving towards a more refined sound while maintaining their energetic roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- I Set My Friends On Fire· Senses Fail· Alexisonfire
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Girl
The chorus shifts from reflective verses to an urgent plea for connection.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability in the narrative, contrasting earlier introspection with a desperate yearning for intimacy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What I’ve Wanted to Say 4:26
- 2 Love, American Style 3:33
- 3 In the Aisle, Yelling 3:10
- 4 Girl 4:05
- 5 Seasick 3:54
- 6 Job’s Eyes 7:24
- 7 Punchdrunk 3:32
- 8 Celebrate Her 3:53
- 9 Boring Life 2:48
- 10 Joining the Circus 3:47
- 11 Cut-Out 5:26
- 12 Sorrow’s End 5:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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