To the Bone
Steven Wilson · 2017
59 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of progressive rock and pop sensibilities, merging intricate arrangements with introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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To the Bone Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Pariah — This haunting duet features emotive vocals from Ninet Tayeb, contrasting themes of isolation with rich instrumentation that encapsulates the album's essence.
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Permanating — With its bright melodies and upbeat tempo, this track exemplifies Wilson's exploration of pop influences while maintaining an emotional core, showcasing his versatility.
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People Who Eat Darkness — This track delves into darker themes with a powerful narrative structure, demonstrating Wilson's ability to weave storytelling into complex musical landscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends progressive rock with pop sensibilities, showcasing strong craftsmanship but not reaching the highest levels of distinctiveness.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — 'To the Bone' showcases Wilson's artistic evolution and solidifies his standing in progressive music.
- Themes
- emotional isolation· bright melodies· dark narrative landscapes
- Career context
- Released on August 18, 2017, 'To the Bone' is Steven Wilson's fifth solo studio album and follows his 2015 release 'Hand. Cannot. Erase.' This album marks a significant point in Wilson’s career as he explores more accessible melodies while still retaining his complex musical roots, showcasing a shift towards a more mainstream sound without sacrificing depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Porcupine Tree· Opeth· Anathema
Tracklist
- 1 To the Bone Start here 6:41
- 2 Nowhere Now 4:04
- 3 Pariah 4:46
- 4 The Same Asylum as Before 5:14
- 5 Refuge 6:44
- 6 Permanating 3:35
- 7 Blank Tapes 2:09
- 8 People Who Eat Darkness 6:03
- 9 Song of I 5:22
- 10 Detonation 9:20
- 11 Song of Unborn 6:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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