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A Time for Lions

Stars of Track and Field · 2009

40 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a serene yet stirring indie rock landscape.

Why this album works

The album was well-received within indie rock circles, showcasing the band's growth and earning them a loyal fanbase. Its critical reception highlighted their ability to merge melodic hooks with thoughtful lyrical content, contributing to the emerging indie scene during the late 2000s.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2009, 'A Time for Lions' is the second full-length album from Stars of Track and Field, following their debut 'Centuries Before Love and War' in 2006. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and exploring more expansive themes, building upon the emotional depth established in their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· Jordana· The Kooks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Racing Lights Standout 3:19
  • 2 End of All Time Standout 3:35
  • 3 The Breaking of Waves 3:27
  • 4 Now You Lift Your Eyes to the Sun Standout 4:25
  • 5 In Bright Fire 3:35
  • 6 Peeling Away 3:19
  • 7 Through the Static 3:19
  • 8 Safety in Numbers 3:32
  • 9 The Aviator 3:26
  • 10 The Stranger 4:50
  • 11 Sunrise Ends 3:29

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