Weekend
Underground Lovers · 2013
46 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A lush tapestry of dreamy melodies and introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with a touch of shoegaze ambiance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Haunted (Acedia) — This track exemplifies the album's atmospheric qualities with its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the band's unique blend of melancholy and beauty.
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Dream to Me — With its ethereal instrumentation and reflective themes about longing and escapism, this track stands out as a quintessential representation of the band's sonic evolution.
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The Lie That Sets You Free — Closing the album with an expansive soundscape and thought-provoking lyrics, this track encapsulates the overall mood and thematic exploration present throughout 'Weekend.'
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends lush melodies with introspective lyrics, creating a cohesive and immersive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a dreamy atmosphere with layered guitars and soft vocals, while the fourth track introduces a more rhythmic pulse.
- Several songs feature extended instrumental sections that allow for atmospheric build-ups, particularly in 'Haunted (Acedia)' and 'St Germain'.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on 'The Lie That Sets You Free', creating a sense of resolution after the preceding emotional intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Signs of Weakness
The narrative shifts to confront vulnerability directly, exposing deeper emotional truths amidst contrasting upbeat instrumentals.
This juxtaposition between lyrical vulnerability and lively instrumentation reveals the complexity of human emotions, enhancing the song's impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spaces 3:41
- 2 Can for Now 4:32
- 3 Haunted (Acedia) 4:58
- 4 Dream to Me 4:42
- 5 Signs of Weakness 4:14
- 6 Riding 4:54
- 7 St Germain 3:50
- 8 Au Pair 4:21
- 9 In Silhouette 4:03
- 10 The Lie That Sets You Free 7:13
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