Vertigo
Eden · 2018
52 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal soundscapes blend with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly immersive experience that captivates the listener's imagination.
Top tracks — play these first
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icarus — This track encapsulates the album's themes of ambition and consequence, employing soaring melodies that mirror the mythological tale of Icarus.
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wings — With its delicate instrumentation and poignant lyrics, this song serves as a reflection on freedom and self-discovery, resonating deeply within the album's narrative.
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gold — The contrast between upbeat production and introspective lyrics makes this track stand out, highlighting Eden's knack for blending sonic brightness with emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Eden's debut blends ethereal soundscapes with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong production and cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong electronic beat in 'wrong', establishing a rhythmic foundation that persists throughout.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a dense and immersive soundscape that envelops the listener.
- The last three tracks gradually slow down, with 'falling in reverse' concluding on a reflective note, contrasting with the more energetic 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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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
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
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection
- patient unfolding of emotions
- immersive auditory exploration
- moments of fragile beauty
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Eden's debut studio album, Vertigo marked a significant milestone in his career following several successful EPs. At this point, he was transitioning from an emerging artist to a more established figure in the alternative rock scene, showcasing his ability to craft full-length narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bon Iver· James Blake· The National
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 wrong 1:04
- 2 take care 3:15
- 3 start//end 5:34
- 4 wings 2:57
- 5 icarus 6:45
- 6 lost//found 3:23
- 7 crash 3:52
- 8 gold 3:16
- 9 forever//over 5:42
- 10 float 3:18
- 11 wonder 4:23
- 12 love; not wrong (brave) 3:37
- 13 falling in reverse 4:59
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