Top tracks — play these first
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Bird in an Aeroplane Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Renaissance Girls — This track captures the album's playful spirit while addressing themes of empowerment and self-identity, making it an anthem for modern femininity.
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My Boxer — With its catchy chorus and unique metaphor, this song highlights Oh Land's ability to weave personal storytelling into infectious pop melodies.
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Kill My Darling — This emotionally charged track showcases Oh Land’s vocal range and vulnerability, reflecting on complex relationships with poignant imagery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends playful pop with introspective themes, creating a unique yet cohesive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat, playful tracks, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a lush soundscape, particularly in 'Renaissance Girls' and 'Sleepy Town'.
- The lyrics often juxtapose whimsical imagery with deeper emotional themes, evident in tracks like 'Love a Man Dead' and 'Kill My Darling'.
- 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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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
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- introspective lyrics with warmth
- vibrant sound for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek heavy emotional intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Solidified Oh Land's position in indie pop with positive critical reception.
- Career context
- By the time 'Wish Bone' was released in 2013, Oh Land had already established herself with her self-titled debut album and the critically acclaimed 'Straight Through My Heart'. This third album marked a further evolution in her sound and production style, showcasing a shift towards more personal and reflective themes in her songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lykke Li· Bat for Lashes· Imogen Heap
Tracklist
- 1 Bird in an Aeroplane Start here 4:00
- 2 Renaissance Girls 3:11
- 3 Cherry on Top 3:50
- 4 3 Chances 2:32
- 5 My Boxer 2:53
- 6 Love a Man Dead 3:59
- 7 Next Summer 2:32
- 8 Sleepy Town 5:02
- 9 Pyromaniac 3:46
- 10 Green Card 4:10
- 11 Kill My Darling 3:58
- 12 Love You Better 3:45
- 13 First to Say Goodnight 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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