Top tracks — play these first
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Candy Walls — This track stands out for its infectious melody paired with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the album's exploration of vulnerability amidst atmospheric production.
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Dressed for Space — With its pulsing beats and layered vocals, this song exemplifies the album's signature blend of euphoric energy and melancholic undertones.
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Gloryhole — The provocative title and driving rhythm reveal a boldness in Alfons’s songwriting, challenging societal norms while maintaining a catchy pop sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines innovative synth textures with emotional vocals, creating a unique sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build tension with layered synths and driving beats, while the second half shifts to more atmospheric and introspective soundscapes.
- Vocals are often processed with effects, creating a haunting quality that blends seamlessly with the synth textures throughout the record.
- 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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8/10
- 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
- steady pacing for deep focus
- intimate atmosphere for solitude
- haunting textures for late nights
- immersive experience through headphones
- evocative soundscapes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat dance tracks
- prefer quick, catchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- TR/ST is the debut album from Canadian synth-pop artist Robert Alfons, released in 2012 following his transition from previous projects. This album marked a significant turning point in Alfons's career, showcasing his unique sound that merges electronic music with personal lyrical themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shoom 5:26
- 2 Dressed for Space 3:37
- 3 Bulbform 4:49
- 4 The Last Dregs 5:24
- 5 Candy Walls 4:37
- 6 Gloryhole 5:01
- 7 This Ready Flesh 3:25
- 8 F.T.F. 4:08
- 9 Heaven 4:56
- 10 Chrissy E 4:14
- 11 Sulk 6:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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