Aldhils Arboretum cover

Aldhils Arboretum

of Montreal · 2002

40 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A whimsical blend of lo-fi indie pop and surreal lyricism envelops listeners in a playful, yet introspective soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical introspection and playfulness
  • steady flow for casual listening
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • light-hearted moments of reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for high-energy tracks
  • prefer longer, epic compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2002, 'Aldhils Arboretum' marked of Montreal's fourth studio album during a period of artistic expansion following their 1999 breakthrough with 'The Gay Parade'. This album further solidified their position within the indie rock scene as they experimented with eclectic sounds and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Apples in Stereo· Panda Bear· Tame Impala

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Doing Nothing 3:23
  • 2 Old People in the Cemetery 3:20
  • 3 Isn't It Nice? 2:55
  • 4 Jennifer Louise 2:00
  • 5 The Blank Husband Epidemic 2:39
  • 6 Pancakes for One 2:41
  • 7 We Are Destroying the Song 2:47
  • 8 An Ode to the Nocturnal Muse 3:43
  • 9 Predictably Sulking Sara 2:27
  • 10 Natalie and Effie in the Park 2:12
  • 11 A Question for Emily Foreman 2:42
  • 12 Kissing in the Grass 3:39
  • 13 Kid Without Claws 3:56
  • 14 Death Dance of Omipapas and Sons for You 2:23

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