Walking on a Dream
Empire of the Sun · 2008
17 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and alternative rock that transports listeners to a sun-soaked dreamscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Walking on a Dream (album version) — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's ethereal quality with its uplifting melodies and infectious chorus, defining the duo's signature sound.
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Walking on a Dream (Van She Tech remix) — This remix offers a fresh take on the original, enhancing the danceable elements while maintaining the dreamy essence that characterizes Empire of the Sun.
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Walking on a Dream (Hong Kong Blondes remix) — This extended remix showcases a more experimental approach, introducing new layers of sound that highlight the versatility of the original track.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines vibrant synths and catchy melodies, creating a distinctive sound that resonates with escapism.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bright, synth-driven track that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the first half.
- Each song features layered vocals and harmonies, often with a call-and-response structure between the two main vocalists.
- Several tracks incorporate unexpected tempo shifts, such as 'Half Mast,' which slows down significantly before building back up to a euphoric climax.
- The final track features a gradual fade-out, leaving an impression of lingering sound rather than a definitive end.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 Walking on a Dream (album version) 3:16
- 2 Walking on a Dream (Van She Tech remix) 3:46
- 3 Walking on a Dream (Hong Kong Blondes remix) 7:11
- 4 Walking on a Dream (Sam la More remix edit) 3:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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