Aerocalexico
Calexico · 2001
56 min · 22 tracks · alternative country · indie folk · roots rock
A tapestry of instrumental vignettes merging Americana sensibilities with eclectic global influences.
Why this album works
'Aerocalexico' received praise for its innovative melding of genres and laid the groundwork for the band's later success. The album helped establish Calexico as a key player in the indie music scene, influencing a wave of Americana and roots rock artists in the subsequent years.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamics instrumental vignettes for reflection for leisurely afternoons
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Aerocalexico' is the third studio album by Calexico, following their breakthrough record 'The Black Light' from 1998. At this point, the band was solidifying its unique sound that blends alternative country and indie rock, while exploring more experimental arrangements and instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Alvin· Hiss Golden Messenger· Big Thief
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All the Pretty Horses Standout 4:02
- 2 Blacktop 1:16
- 3 ’64 Ford Fairlane 1:02
- 4 Transistorites 2:09
- 5 Clothes of Sand 3:44
- 6 Train of Thought 0:29
- 7 Redwood 0:44
- 8 Gift X-Change 3:10
- 9 TV Room 0:27
- 10 Inch by Inch 0:47
- 11 Reverse Ranch 0:46
- 12 Crooked Road and the Briar 3:37
- 13 Impromptu for Piano and Contrabass 2:55
- 14 6 White Horses 0:28
- 15 Sequoia Standout 6:48
- 16 Crawlspace 2:46
- 17 Humano (instrumental) 4:48
- 18 At the Table He Sat Alone With a Glass and Bottle of Wine 2:17
- 19 AZ Room 0:25
- 20 Bees and the Flies 0:45
- 21 Crystal Frontier (original version) Standout 4:16
- 22 Hush A-Bye / Singing Wind Ranch 8:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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