We Are All We Need
Above & Beyond · 2015
71 min · 16 tracks · trance
A euphoric blend of soaring melodies and heartfelt lyrics wrapped in lush electronic soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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We’re All We Need Start here — This track serves as the thematic centerpiece of the album, combining uplifting melodies with heartfelt lyrics that emphasize unity and support among people.
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Counting Down the Days — With its infectious chorus and vibrant production, this track encapsulates the essence of anticipation and hope, making it a festival favorite.
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Sticky Fingers — This song stands out for its playful vibe and catchy hooks, showcasing a lighter side of Above & Beyond's typically emotional sound.
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Fly to New York — The evocative storytelling within this track pairs beautifully with its atmospheric production, capturing a sense of longing and adventure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong production and emotional melodies but follows established trance conventions.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush synth pads that create an expansive soundscape, particularly in tracks like 'Quieter Is Louder' and 'Fly to New York'.
- Several tracks, such as 'We're All We Need' and 'Blue Sky Action', build gradually, layering elements to reach euphoric climaxes typical of trance music.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- uplifting emotional peaks and valleys
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- heartfelt vocals for connection
- for late-night introspection
- dynamic journey with varied tempos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- not interested in emotional depth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Above & Beyond as a leading act in electronic music with strong chart performance.
- Career context
- Released on January 16, 2015, We Are All We Need is Above & Beyond's third studio album, following their 2013 release, Group Therapy. At this point, the trio had solidified their status as leading figures in the trance music scene, known for their emotive compositions and anthemic choruses. The album reflects a maturity in their sound while continuing to explore themes of connection and community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Armin van Buuren· Cosmic Gate· Paul van Dyk
Tracklist
- 1 Quieter Is Louder 1:58
- 2 We’re All We Need Start here 4:22
- 3 Blue Sky Action 4:44
- 4 Peace of Mind 4:31
- 5 Counting Down the Days 4:49
- 6 Sticky Fingers 3:30
- 7 Hello 4:06
- 8 Little Something 5:11
- 9 All Over the World 4:46
- 10 Fly to New York 5:22
- 11 Making Plans 5:05
- 12 Out of Time 4:13
- 13 Excuses 5:45
- 14 Save Me 4:56
- 15 Sink the Lighthouse 4:13
- 16 Treasure 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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