Water on Mars
Purling Hiss · 2013
49 min · 12 tracks
A blend of lo-fi rock and psychedelic pop that envelops listeners in hazy, melodic atmospheres and intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Everytime I See the Moon — This track stands out with its shimmering guitars and anthemic chorus, embodying the dreamy quality that defines the album’s overall sound.
-
→
Locked Away — The song features intricate guitar riffs layered over reflective lyrics, representing a high point in the band's emotional storytelling.
-
→
Water on Mars — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of escapism and introspection, highlighted by its hypnotic rhythm and evocative imagery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting within a cohesive sound, though it remains niche in its appeal.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered guitar textures, with intricate riffs that often intertwine throughout the tracks.
- Several songs incorporate shifts in tempo and dynamics, creating a sense of movement that contrasts between more energetic sections and subdued moments.
- The vocal delivery is often buried in the mix, blending with the instrumentation rather than standing out, which contributes to the overall hazy atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bird in Flight 4:40
- 2 Everytime I See the Moon 4:21
- 3 Carousel 3:19
- 4 Locked Away 4:26
- 5 Drops 4:52
- 6 Tiny Song 3:29
- 7 When I Close My Eyes 4:53
- 8 Tractor Beam 3:36
- 9 High Wire 4:18
- 10 Marion Crane 3:42
- 11 Imperfect World 4:01
- 12 Water on Mars 3:52
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.