A Strange Education
The Cinematics · 2007
52 min · 12 tracks · post-punk revival
A moody blend of atmospheric guitars and introspective lyrics that encapsulate youthful disillusionment.
Why this album works
'A Strange Education' received positive critical acclaim, helping the band gain recognition in the UK indie scene. The album's lead single 'Rise and Fall' charted respectably, contributing to the band's growing fanbase and establishing them as notable players in the genre during the mid-2000s.
- Career context
- Released in early 2007, 'A Strange Education' marked The Cinematics' second studio album, following their debut 'A Night on the Tiles' from 2006. At this point, the band was building upon their initial success and refining their sound within the post-punk revival movement, aiming to solidify their presence in a competitive landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Ting Tings· Julian Casablancas· Arctic Monkeys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Race to the City 3:52
- 2 Break 4:01
- 3 A Strange Education Standout 5:24
- 4 Human 4:47
- 5 Chase 4:14
- 6 Rise and Fall Standout 4:50
- 7 Sunday Sun Standout 4:02
- 8 Keep Forgetting 3:58
- 9 Ready Now 4:22
- 10 Maybe Someday 3:23
- 11 Alright 4:08
- 12 Asleep at the Wheel 5:51
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