Wallis Bird
Wallis Bird · 2012
41 min · 11 tracks · folk music
A vibrant blend of folk and rock, driven by raw emotion and intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dress My Skin and Become What I’m Supposed To — Opening the album with an explosive energy, this track encapsulates Bird's signature style, combining personal introspection with an infectious melody.
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I Am So Tired of That Line — This song stands out for its poignant lyrics reflecting frustration and resilience, showcasing Bird’s lyrical prowess alongside her captivating vocal delivery.
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Take Me Home — With its heartfelt themes of longing and belonging, this track perfectly illustrates Bird's ability to connect emotionally with listeners through relatable storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and dynamic arrangements, appealing to both folk and rock audiences.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features intricate guitar work and dynamic vocal delivery, setting an engaging tone.
- Several tracks incorporate shifts in tempo and intensity, particularly moving from quieter verses to explosive choruses.
- The final track includes a ghost track that fades in after a brief silence, creating a sense of surprise and closure.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- vibrant emotional vocal delivery
- intimate sing-alongs with friends
- thoughtful storytelling in each track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy instant gratification
- seek lengthy experimental compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2012, Wallis Bird's self-titled album marked her return after the critically acclaimed 'New Boots' from 2010. At this point in her career, Bird had established herself as a formidable live performer and songwriter, gaining recognition for her energetic style and distinctive voice.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Marling· Lianne La Havas· Brandi Carlile
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dress My Skin and Become What I’m Supposed To 3:21
- 2 I Am So Tired of That Line 3:26
- 3 Encore 3:06
- 4 Take Me Home 3:31
- 5 In dictum 4:09
- 6 Ghosts of Memories 3:46
- 7 Heartbeating City 2:20
- 8 Who’s Listening Now? 2:44
- 9 But I’m Still Here, I’m Still Here 3:09
- 10 Feathered Pocket 3:47
- 11 Polarised / Ghost Track 7:59
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