Vertigo
Wand · 2024
39 min · 8 tracks · psychedelic rock
A swirling tapestry of reverb-drenched guitars and hypnotic rhythms that draw listeners into a dreamlike state.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hangman — This opening track features a haunting melody intertwined with intricate guitar work that sets the tone for the entire album.
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Seaweed Head — With its addictive groove and layered instrumentation, this track encapsulates the band’s ability to merge catchy hooks with experimental sounds.
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Smile — This piece showcases emotional depth through evocative lyrics and dynamic shifts, standing out as a highlight of artistic growth for the band.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features innovative production and varied songwriting, creating a distinct psychedelic rock experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of layered guitar effects that create a dense, immersive soundscape.
- Tracks four through six introduce varying tempos and rhythmic shifts, with 'Lifeboat' incorporating a prominent bass line that contrasts with the preceding songs.
- The final two tracks slow down the pace significantly, with 'Seaweed Head' closing the album on an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- dreamlike introspective journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Vertigo' was released in July 2024, Wand was on the heels of their critically acclaimed album 'Laughing Matter' from 2019. This newest project marked their fifth studio album, showcasing a transition in their sound towards more expansive and psychedelic explorations, signifying a maturation in their musical palette.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hangman 5:33
- 2 Curtain Call 3:28
- 3 Mistletoe 5:08
- 4 JJ 4:05
- 5 Smile 6:29
- 6 Lifeboat 4:29
- 7 High Time 7:01
- 8 Seaweed Head 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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