Why Do We Shake in the Cold?
Elderbrook · 2020
39 min · 11 tracks · electronic dance music
Elderbrook blends haunting vocals with pulsating electronic beats, creating an introspective dance journey that resonates deeply.
Top tracks — play these first
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All My Love — This track opens the album with an infectious groove and heartfelt lyrics, setting the emotional tone that defines the record.
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Numb — Blending catchy melodies with introspective themes, this track showcases Elderbrook’s ability to merge personal storytelling with danceable rhythms.
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Set Fire to My Gun — This standout track features dynamic production and a powerful vocal delivery that illustrates the struggle between vulnerability and empowerment.
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Why Do We Shake in the Cold? — The title track closes the album with a reflective tone, embodying a deep exploration of anxiety and resilience amidst uncertainty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines engaging rhythms with atmospheric elements, making it a solid entry in electronic dance music.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering synths and beats before introducing vocals.
- Several tracks utilize a consistent four-on-the-floor beat, creating a danceable rhythm that persists throughout.
- The final three tracks shift to more ambient soundscapes, with less emphasis on percussion and more focus on atmospheric textures.
- 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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6/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective thoughts during solitude
- vibrant energy for late nights
- quick emotional bursts of reflection
- catchy melodies for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- dislike introspective lyrical depth
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 18, 2020, Why Do We Shake in the Cold? is Elderbrook's debut studio album after gaining recognition with singles like 'Cola'. This album marks a significant step in his career as he transitions from collaborating with other artists to establishing himself as a solo act within the electronic music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nicolas Jaar· Lane 8· Rüfüs Du Sol
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Numb
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative shifts from expressing despair to a realization of self-acceptance.
This transition marks a significant thematic pivot in the song, emphasizing growth and resilience rather than mere suffering.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All My Love 3:31
- 2 Numb 3:50
- 3 I’m a Fool 3:17
- 4 My House 3:42
- 5 Something About You 3:23
- 6 Down by the Bay 3:29
- 7 Take a Minute 3:29
- 8 Back to My Bed 3:22
- 9 Set Fire to My Gun 3:59
- 10 Why Do We Shake in the Cold? 5:13
- 11 Next December 2:08
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