21st Century Girl
Brazzaville · 2008
50 min · 14 tracks · indie pop
A lush blend of bossa nova and indie pop creates a dreamy soundscape that captures the essence of modern romanticism.
Top tracks — play these first
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21st Century Girl — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of modern love with its catchy melody and introspective lyrics, serving as a perfect entry point into Brazzaville's world.
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Hoover St. — With its evocative imagery and narrative depth, this track stands out for its storytelling, painting a vivid picture of urban life that resonates throughout the album.
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The Clouds in Camarillo — This song features haunting harmonies and intricate arrangements, showcasing the band's ability to blend genres while maintaining emotional authenticity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamy soundscapes for daydreaming
- for romantic evenings
- gentle grooves for relaxed vibes
- short tracks for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy intensity
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When '21st Century Girl' was released in January 2008, Brazzaville was experiencing a creative resurgence after several years away from the spotlight. This album followed their 2002 release 'The Invisible Man', marking their return with a fresh sound that showcased their evolving musical palette.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· The Postal Service
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 LAX 3:24
- 2 21st Century Girl 4:15
- 3 Baltic Sea 3:48
- 4 The Sun 3:09
- 5 Leo 2:33
- 6 Anabel 3:11
- 7 The Clouds in Camarillo 3:23
- 8 Aging Queens 3:56
- 9 Hoover St. 3:49
- 10 Up All Night 3:15
- 11 Baby Blue 3:54
- 12 The Hills of Anatolia 4:35
- 13 The Clouds in Camarillo 3:54
- 14 Aquamarine 3:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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