Dim Gray - Shards (2025)
"Shards" showcases Dim Gray's ability to seamlessly blend genres, creating a rich tapestry of sound that is both intimate and expansive. The album transitions effortlessly between delicate, folk-inspired melodies and grandiose, cinematic arrangements. Tracks like "Defiance" and "Myopia" highlight the band's dynamic range, with intricate vocal harmonies and lush instrumentation. Critics have praised the album for its cohesive storytelling and emotional depth, noting that it flows like a novel, with each track serving as a chapter contributing to overarching themes of loss, change, and resilience. The production quality is impeccable, capturing each instrument and vocal nuance with stunning clarity. Overall, "Shards" is a compelling and immersive listening experience that solidifies Dim Gray's position in the progressive rock and chamber pop genres.
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Genre: Progressive Pop
Country: Norway
Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 45th / 189
Highlight: Peril
Made me think of:
Keane
Steven Wilson
Big Big Train
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