Twice Born Men
Sweet Billy Pilgrim · 2009
40 min · 8 tracks · art rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with intricate arrangements, creating a dreamlike soundscape that blurs the lines of art rock and folk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bloodless Coup — This track stands out with its haunting harmonies and poignant lyrics, encapsulating the album's themes of change and upheaval.
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Longshore Drift — With its mesmerizing instrumentation and layered vocals, this song exemplifies the band's ability to create immersive soundscapes that resonate emotionally.
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Future Perfect Tense — This track features a compelling narrative structure that explores existential themes, making it a perfect representation of the album’s introspective nature.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate arrangements with ethereal melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship and a distinctive sound.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with layered vocal harmonies that gradually introduce instrumental elements, creating a slow build into the album's sound.
- The last two tracks feature extended instrumental passages that allow for atmospheric exploration, contrasting with the more lyrical earlier songs.
- 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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7/10
- 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 Here It Begins 2:34
- 2 Truth Only Smiles 5:03
- 3 Bloodless Coup 5:41
- 4 Longshore Drift 4:59
- 5 Kalypso 6:28
- 6 Future Perfect Tense 4:29
- 7 Joy Maker Machinery 6:53
- 8 There Will It End 4:39
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