Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Voices — The title track encapsulates the album's overarching theme of grappling with inner demons through a blend of cinematic soundscapes and emotionally charged lyrics. Its haunting chorus serves as a powerful anthem for those facing similar struggles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The track combines atmospheric synths and layered vocals, creating a cohesive yet familiar sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The track features a slow build-up with layered synths that create a dense atmosphere before the vocals enter.
- Vocals are delivered in a haunting manner, often overlapping to emphasize emotional complexity.
- The song employs a repetitive structure, with the chorus returning multiple times, reinforcing its themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
8/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued evolution and success in Hurts' sound after previous albums.
- Themes
- inner turmoil· cinematic soundscapes· emotional complexity
- Career context
- Released on May 15, 2020, 'Voices' is the fourth studio album by Hurts, following their 2017 album 'Desire'. At this point in their career, the duo was seeking to redefine their sound after a period of relative silence and personal challenges, aiming for a more introspective approach while maintaining their synth-pop roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The 1975· Chvrches· Empire of the Sun
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Voices 3:09
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Every Open Eye
Chvrches
Shares atmospheric synth-driven melodies and explores themes of emotional struggle.
Honeymoon
Lana Del Rey
Combines haunting vocals with cinematic soundscapes, delving into inner turmoil and complexity.
I See You
The xx
Features introspective lyrics and layered synths that evoke a similar emotional depth and atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.