Voice of Earth
Alan Dawa Dolma · 2009
73 min · 15 tracks · J-pop
A lush blend of ethereal melodies and traditional instrumentation that evokes a deep connection to nature and spirituality.
Top tracks — play these first
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BRAVE — This track encapsulates the album's theme of courage and resilience, featuring soaring vocals that bridge traditional influences with modern pop sensibilities.
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空唄 Start here — With its hauntingly beautiful melody, this song showcases Dolma's vocal range and emotional expression, symbolizing the longing for connection with nature.
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Together — This closing track conveys a message of unity and hope, bringing together various musical motifs heard throughout the album in a powerful resolution.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively fuses traditional and contemporary elements, creating a unique sound within J-pop.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief interlude that sets a serene tone, followed by tracks that blend traditional instrumentation with contemporary pop melodies.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create an ethereal quality, enhancing the spiritual themes present in the lyrics.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album's journey.
- 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
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
- wave-like progression with peaks
- serene melodies for nature lovers
- reflective moments of connection
- immersive experience in two halves
- uplifting themes of hope
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases innovative sound and lyrical depth, marking a significant artistic evolution.
- Career context
- By 2009, Alan Dawa Dolma had already established herself in the J-pop scene with her previous albums. 'Voice of Earth' marked her fourth studio release, showcasing her evolution as an artist and deepening her exploration of cultural themes through music. This album came at a time when she was gaining recognition for her unique fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements.
Tracklist
- 1 天女 〜interlude〜 3:12
- 2 明日への讃歌 Start here 5:05
- 3 空唄 4:20
- 4 懐かしい未来 〜longing future〜 5:42
- 5 ひとつ 5:08
- 6 風の手紙 5:02
- 7 BRAVE 4:29
- 8 夢のガーデン 5:41
- 9 群青の谷 5:06
- 10 my friend 4:25
- 11 Liberty 4:50
- 12 月がわたし 4:36
- 13 RED CLIFF 〜心・戦〜 5:58
- 14 恵みの雨 5:15
- 15 Together 4:29
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