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27 passports

The Ex · 2018

56 min · 10 tracks · art rock

A vibrant tapestry of art rock weaving together intricate rhythms and eclectic instrumentation with poignant lyrical explorations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with intricate rhythms
  • poignant explorations of emotional landscapes
  • vibrant soundscapes for deep listening
  • consistent journey with dynamic peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2018, The Ex had firmly established themselves as a pioneering force in art rock after over three decades of experimentation. '27 passports' is their first album since the departure of longtime collaborator Arnold de Boer, marking a new chapter in their sound while maintaining their characteristic avant-garde spirit.
Stylistic neighbors
Shellac· The Flying Lizards· Don Caballero

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Soon All Cities 6:27
  • 2 The Heart Conductor 4:49
  • 3 This Car is My Guest 6:35
  • 4 New Blank Document 7:17
  • 5 Silent Waste 2:36
  • 6 Piecemeal 6:56
  • 7 Birth 4:24
  • 8 Footfall 5:01
  • 9 The Sitting Chins 5:27
  • 10 Four Billion Tulip Bulbs 7:09

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