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The album Dive by almost monday is a nostalgic and energetic collection of songs that delivers beachy vibes, lively rhythms, and carefree lyrics. Each track offers a distinct sound while maintaining a summery, upbeat atmosphere throughout the album, and students in Journalism 1 found the overall album consistent, if not repetitive.
Here are summaries of how the class felt about each track from almost monday, pictured below:
**Track 1 – Dive**
With a series of smooth and soothing harmonies, the first track Dive provides a sound that feels like it came right out of a Fallout game. Many described it as a track “you might listen to whenever you’re trying to relax or wind down for the day.” However, while the slight distortion of the main voices provides a unique sound, some found this to be a bit distracting. It gave it, as one reviewer humorously put it, an “almost eerie sound.”
**Track 2 – Is It Too Late**
A definite crowd-pleaser, “Is It Too Late” is filled with 2010s summer nostalgia, with many listeners calling it “something you’d hear over the credits of a teen rom-com” and “perfect for karaoke nights with friends.” Some found the lyrics a bit cliché, but the catchy beat more than makes up for it. For those looking for a song that “screams summer nights and bonfire memories,” this is the track for you.
**Track 3 – Never Enough**
This track has the same upbeat vibe of *Is It Too Late* but has more of a sentimental touch because of its sweeter lyrics. Many people agreed that it sounds like a love letter in song form. One person said “the artist just tells someone they love them—and it’s adorable!” Although its sound was very pleasant and summery, some listeners noted it was too similar to many other tracks on the album. One person said this made it feel “like the music you’d hear in American Eagle.”
**Track 4 – You Look So Good**
This song introduces a rock-inspired edge, though not everyone was impressed by the lyrics. Some described the chorus as “cringey” and repetitive, yet the song’s summery feel still resonated. A reviewer summed it up perfectly: “It’s like sticking your head out of the window of a yellow convertible on a breezy summer night.”
**Track 5 – She Likes Sports**
Energetic and playful, *She Likes Sports* leans into early 2000s teen-movie vibes, providing a whimsical and nostalgic touch to the track. Several listeners compared it to popular commercial jingles and Disney beach movie soundtracks: “I can totally see this playing during a football suit-up montage.” However, some listeners found the lyrics hard to hear, with vocals blending too much into the instrumentals at certain intervals. Overall, the song is catchy and allows the listener to fall into an upbeat, hopeful mood.
**Track 6 – Slow Down**
This track showcases a moment to slow down and appreciate the album for what it is. With this song the album’s tempo drops, giving listeners a moment to enjoy the dreamy and whimsical feel that the song provides. Reviewers have appreciated the soothing vocals and relaxing melody that let’s them reminisce on old summer nights. “This might be the song of the summer,” claimed one listener. Its relaxed sound was a favorite for winding down, though a few noted that it felt too similar to earlier tracks.
**Track 7 – Jupiter**
The cosmic vibes of “Jupiter”, one of the main singles off the album, stood out to listeners for its layered production. This track has a refreshing aspect of clarity, and the vocals and backtrack work together to create a dreamy atmosphere: “It’s like an 80s dance party mixed with a Wes Anderson movie.” The song builds gradually, with instrumental features creating a distinct “spacey” feel, though some felt the heavy vocal effects made it hard to understand the lyrics.
**Track 8 – Tidal Wave**
This track is a refreshing blend of fun rhythms and catchy lyrics. One reviewer noted that it belongs in “a 2000s rom-com movie.” While the melody is repetitive, the infectious chorus sticks with you. Another person mentioned, “It’s a very upbeat song and it has a very simple and easy-to-learn chorus.” However, some found the repetition of the chorus excessive.
**Track 9 – Sunburn**
*Sunburn* delivers typical end-of-summer vibes with short bursts of energy that shift throughout the track. Many listeners enjoyed its catchy sections and layered production, though some felt that it lacked variety. One fan said, “It feels like summer coming to an end, with bursts of excitement and nostalgia”.
**Track 10 – Seaside Market**
Despite expectations of an upbeat, beachy tune, *Seaside Market* surprised listeners with a more relaxed and mellow sound. It has a very smooth sound with a unique vintage vibe that makes it stand out against the more exciting songs of the album. “It’s like *Creep* by Radiohead sneaked into the melody,” one reviewer observed. It’s a generally enjoyable song, although some felt it was missing something that would push it over the edge to make a real lasting impression on the listener.
**Track 11 – Life Goes By**
The closing track, “Life Goes By”, wraps up the album with nostalgic undertones, perfect for an early 2000s coming-of-age movie. “This feels like the soundtrack for driving with the windows down at night,” noted one listener. The lyrics reflect on change and how time passes everyone by, fittingly concluding the album.
“The songs are like sunshine on a playlist,” said one of the Avonews Online staff, “but after a while, it’s hard to tell where one ends and another begins.” Though a few tracks stood out for their unique touches, most agreed that *Dive* offers a lighthearted and easy listen, perfect for carefree summer days.
