Total Magique
We Are Wolves · 2007
42 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of indie rock and electronic textures, driven by infectious melodies and rhythmic experimentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fight & Kiss — This opening track sets the tone with its driving beat and playful lyrics about desire, encapsulating the album's energetic spirit.
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Magique — The title track combines hypnotic rhythms with whimsical lyrics, showcasing the band's signature blend of seriousness and fun while remaining a fan favorite.
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Vietnam — This song features an experimental structure that stands out for its atmospheric soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics, illustrating the band's artistic depth.
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Vamos a la playa — The track channels a carefree summer vibe with catchy hooks and playful instrumentation, making it a standout party anthem on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends indie rock with electronic elements, showcasing strong melodies and varied tempos.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving beat and layered synths that set a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the first half.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Vietnam', which shifts from a steady rhythm to a more frenetic pace.
- The use of call-and-response vocals in 'Coconut Night' creates an engaging dynamic between the singers.
- The final track, 'Total Solide', serves as a reflective conclusion, slowing down the pace significantly compared to earlier songs.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fight & Kiss 3:04
- 2 Magique 2:25
- 3 Some Words 2:44
- 4 Coconut Night 3:50
- 5 I Wrote Your Name on My Kite 3:12
- 6 Vietnam 3:19
- 7 Walk Away Walk 3:23
- 8 So Nice, So Cold 2:48
- 9 Psychic Kids 4:17
- 10 Teenage, Bats & Anthropology 3:54
- 11 Vamos a la playa 4:15
- 12 The Piper 1:02
- 13 Total Solide 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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