Ultramarine
Young Galaxy · 2013
44 min · 12 tracks · synth-pop
Ethereal synth textures intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a dreamy soundscape that invites deep emotional exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Give It a Try — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its buoyant synth lines and encouraging message, embodying the hopeful spirit that permeates Ultramarine.
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Sad Night, Where Is Morning? — This track juxtaposes somber lyrics with an uplifting melody, showcasing the band's ability to blend contrasting emotions seamlessly.
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Whatever You Say, It Breaks My Heart — With poignant reflections on vulnerability, this track captures the album's emotional core, highlighting the band's knack for intimate storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features rich synth textures and introspective lyrics, creating a cohesive yet accessible sound.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered synths that build a lush atmosphere, while the fourth track introduces a more rhythmic pulse.
- Several songs incorporate vocal harmonies that create an ethereal quality, particularly in the choruses.
- The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a reflective finish with the last two tracks.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamy soundscapes for introspection
- gentle rhythms for late nights
- short tracks with emotional depth
- bittersweet melodies for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, high-energy music
- seek constant rhythmic intensity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Ultramarine was released in April 2013, Young Galaxy was establishing themselves as prominent figures in the Canadian synth-pop scene. This album marked their fourth release and followed the critically acclaimed Shapeshifting, showcasing a continued evolution in their sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chvrches· M83· Empire of the Sun
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Give It a Try 3:56
- 2 Sad Night, Where Is Morning? 3:52
- 3 New York 6AM 3:59
- 4 Blow My Mind 3:21
- 5 Latin Blues 3:44
- 6 Fast Forward Reverse 3:35
- 7 A Rose Is a Rose 3:55
- 8 If You Don't Know Why 4:10
- 9 Sunset - Moonrise 3:11
- 10 Whatever You Say, It Breaks My Heart 2:51
- 11 Ground Gives Way 3:39
- 12 Touch Down on Earth 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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