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5EPs

Dirty Projectors · 2020

55 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · art rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate harmonies and experimental structures that evoke a sense of introspective exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • introspective exploration of themes
  • kaleidoscopic harmonies invite discovery
  • short tracks for quick sessions
  • consistent flow across all songs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, sprawling albums
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 20, 2020, '5EPs' marks an interesting phase for Dirty Projectors as it followed their 2018 album 'Lamp Lit Prose'. This project was an ambitious endeavor combining five EPs into one cohesive work, showcasing the band's artistic experimentations during a time of personal and creative evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Grizzly Bear· Animal Collective· Tune-Yards

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 On the Breeze 2:08
  • 2 Overlord 2:43
  • 3 Search for Life 2:49
  • 4 Guarding the Baby 2:40
  • 5 Inner World 2:22
  • 6 Lose Your Love 2:48
  • 7 Self Design 3:06
  • 8 Empty Vessel 2:19
  • 9 Holy Mackerel 4:01
  • 10 I Get Carried Away 2:11

Disc 2

  • 1 You Create Yourself 2:48
  • 2 Moon, If Ever 2:19
  • 3 Eyes on the Road 2:48
  • 4 There I Said It 1:21
  • 5 Bird’s Eye 4:40
  • 6 Now I Know 4:03
  • 7 Por Qué No 1:43
  • 8 Searching Spirit 2:34
  • 9 No Studying 2:28
  • 10 My Possession 3:11

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