United We Stand
Brad · 2012
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Melodic harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, balancing alternative rock grit and emotional resonance throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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Miles of Rope — The opening track establishes the album's thematic depth with its exploration of vulnerability and connection, setting a reflective tone for the entire record.
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Bound in Time — This song stands out for its intricate instrumentation and lyrical contemplation on the passage of time, encapsulating the band's mature sound.
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Make the Pain Go Away — A raw expression of emotional struggle and longing, this track highlights the band's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with catchy melodies.
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Tea Bag — With its infectious energy and clever wordplay, this track showcases Brad's lighter side while maintaining an underlying complexity in its message.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends melodic rock with introspective lyrics but lacks standout tracks to elevate its overall impact.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity before the fourth track introduces a more stripped-down arrangement.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, with verses that are quieter and more introspective, leading into louder, more anthemic choruses.
- The album closes with a track that features a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering emotional resonance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Miles of Rope 3:38
- 2 Bound in Time 5:24
- 3 A Reason to Be in My Skin 4:56
- 4 Diamond Blues 3:07
- 5 The Only Way 3:30
- 6 Last Bastion 3:33
- 7 Make the Pain Go Away 3:24
- 8 Needle and Thread 4:33
- 9 Tea Bag 2:51
- 10 Through The Day 5:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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