What makes You, You're a History in Rust by Do Make Say Think notable?

The album received widespread acclaim, appearing on various year-end lists and helping to further establish Do Make Say Think as influential figures within the post-rock scene. Its atmospheric compositions and unique approach to instrumentation resonated with both critics and audiences, contributing to its lasting impact on post-rock music. Released in January 2007, You, You're a History in Rust is Do Make Say Think's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, Winter Hymn Country Hymn Secret Hymn. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the post-rock genre, building on the expansive sound they were known for while continuing to experiment with texture and dynamics.

How many songs are on You, You're a History in Rust?

You, You're a History in Rust has 8 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

You, You're a History in Rust

Do Make Say Think · 2007

48 min · 8 tracks · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with intricate rhythms, creating a lush and immersive post-rock experience that evolves gracefully throughout.

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A Tender History in Rust — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend melodic elements with complex arrangements, showcasing their signature dynamic shifts that build emotional intensity.
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Executioner Blues — With its brooding atmosphere and layered instrumentation, this track represents a darker side of the album, highlighting the band's versatility and depth.
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The Universe! — This composition features an engaging interplay between instruments that creates a sense of exploration, embodying the album's expansive themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate compositions and immersive soundscapes create a compelling post-rock experience.

What we noticed

The album features long, evolving tracks that often build from quiet, ambient sections into more dynamic climaxes.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Executioner Blues

The verses gradually shift from introspective reflections to urgent declarations about facing one's fate.

This progression intensifies the emotional weight of the song, contrasting moments of quiet contemplation with a powerful confrontation of reality.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Bound to Be That Way 7:36
2 A With Living 9:08
3 The Universe! 5:02
4 A Tender History in Rust 5:07
5 Herstory of Glory 5:18
6 You, You're Awesome 3:36
7 Executioner Blues 8:38
8 In Mind 4:00

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Winter Hymn Country Hymn Secret Hymn

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