Welcome to My DNA
Blackfield · 2011
39 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Melancholic melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a haunting landscape of alternative and art rock textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Glass House — Opening the album, this track sets a reflective tone with its atmospheric instrumentation and poignant exploration of vulnerability.
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Oxygen — This song features a captivating chorus that juxtaposes delicate verses with powerful instrumentation, encapsulating the album's emotional range.
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DNA — As the title track, it serves as a thematic anchor, blending introspection with an infectious melody that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and introspective lyrics but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied dynamics and slower tempos.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the melancholic melodies.
- The lyrics often explore themes of loss and introspection, with each song presenting a distinct narrative arc.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective soundscapes for reflection
- steady pacing for focused listening
- melancholic melodies for quiet moments
- consistent melodic journey throughout
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Welcome to My DNA is Blackfield's fourth studio album, following their 2007 release, Blackfield II. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the progressive rock scene, featuring a collaboration between Aviv Geffen and Steven Wilson that emphasized emotional depth and intricate arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Porcupine Tree· Anathema· Riverside
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Glass House 2:56
- 2 Go to Hell 3:03
- 3 Rising of the Tide 3:47
- 4 Waving 3:54
- 5 Far Away 2:47
- 6 Dissolving With the Night 4:06
- 7 Blood 3:17
- 8 On the Plane 3:41
- 9 Oxygen 3:04
- 10 Zigota 5:04
- 11 DNA 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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