Turn Blue
The Black Keys · 2014
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's moody atmosphere and layered production create a distinct sound that rewards repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The first track, 'Weight of Love', opens with a slow, atmospheric build-up featuring layered guitar effects and a gradual introduction of vocals.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for moments of introspection and mood shifts, particularly in 'In Our Prime' and 'Bullet in the Brain'.
- The album features a consistent use of reverb and echo effects throughout, enhancing its psychedelic feel and creating a sense of space.
- The last three tracks maintain a slower tempo, culminating in 'Gotta Get Away', which closes the album on a reflective note.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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