Aha Shake Heartbreak
Kings of Leon · 2004
37 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Raucous rhythms and gritty vocals channel Southern rock energy into anthemic alternative rock melodies.
Why this album works
'Aha Shake Heartbreak' received critical acclaim and significantly boosted the band's profile, peaking at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart. Its fusion of rock and emotional storytelling influenced the indie rock scene, paving the way for future successes like 'Only by the Night.'
- Career context
- Released on November 1, 2004, 'Aha Shake Heartbreak' is Kings of Leon's second album, following their debut 'Youth and Young Manhood' from 2003. At this stage in their career, the band was transitioning from a Southern rock sound to broader mainstream appeal, solidifying their identity as a leading force in alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Linkin Park· Lana Del Rey· Moby· Beck· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails· Foo Fighters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slow Night, So Long 3:54
- 2 King of the Rodeo Standout 2:25
- 3 Taper Jean Girl Standout 3:05
- 4 Pistol of Fire 2:20
- 5 Milk 4:00
- 6 The Bucket Standout 2:55
- 7 Soft 2:59
- 8 Razz 2:15
- 9 Day Old Blues 3:33
- 10 Four Kicks 2:09
- 11 Velvet Snow 2:11
- 12 Rememo 3:22
- 13 Where Nobody Knows 2:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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