A Soundtrack for a Polaroid of Two Trees in Indiana cover

A Soundtrack for a Polaroid of Two Trees in Indiana

Xiu Xiu · 2007

52 min · 22 tracks · synth-pop · art rock

An experimental tapestry of sound collages that reflect the complexities of emotion and memory.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with quiet moments
  • experimental sound collage exploration
  • evocative reflections on memory
  • short bursts of sonic creativity
  • immersive journey through emotion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'A Soundtrack for a Polaroid of Two Trees in Indiana' marked Xiu Xiu's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed work 'The Air Force' (2006). By this point in their career, Xiu Xiu had established themselves as key figures in the experimental music scene, known for their avant-garde approach and emotional intensity. This album continued to push boundaries with its unique sound explorations.
Stylistic neighbors
Dirty Beaches· The Knife· FKA twigs

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Doris Improv III 4:18
  • 2 Blue Dicks [AZ] 0:19
  • 3 Driving Canada 3am Moose on the Loose 3:46
  • 4 Lilac [MI] 0:43
  • 5 David and the Wolf 1:38
  • 6 Beech Drops [FL] 1:40
  • 7 B Side Is Silent 4:20
  • 8 Fairy Duster [AZ] 0:45
  • 9 Bog Rose [NC] 0:13
  • 10 Second Wind / Zombie Skin 4:17
  • 11 Goldenrod [SC] 1:01
  • 12 Salam Hale Shoma / Ferrocaril 0:36
  • 13 Folk Song 1:07
  • 14 Shepherd’s Purse [KY] 1:44
  • 15 Spiderwort [FL] 0:17
  • 16 Green Tea at Denny’s 1:28
  • 17 Beard Tongue [WA] 1:04
  • 18 IMOC 4:12
  • 19 The Mentors Go to School 2:28
  • 20 Instrumental 3:43
  • 21 Bring It All Back Home 11:16
  • 22 Cat’s Ear [OR] 1:41

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