All Eternals Deck
The Mountain Goats · 2011
44 min · 14 tracks · indie folk
A contemplative blend of storytelling and introspection, wrapped in lo-fi indie folk melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- storytelling that invites introspection
- thoughtful melodies for quiet evenings
- narrative-driven listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Reaffirmed The Mountain Goats' relevance with thematic depth and critical acclaim.
- Themes
- vampire mythology· personal loss· whimsical storytelling
- Career context
- By the release of 'All Eternals Deck' in 2011, The Mountain Goats were well-established within the indie folk scene, following their acclaimed album 'The Life of the World to Come' from 2009. This album further solidified their reputation for poignant lyrics and narrative depth, showcasing frontman John Darnielle's evolution as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes
- If this clicks, go next to
- Transcendental Youth — Continues the introspective storytelling with richer arrangements.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Carrie & Lowell by Sufjan Stevens — Shares a contemplative storytelling approach with intimate, lo-fi folk melodies.Stranger in the Alps by Phoebe Bridgers — Features introspective lyrics and a similar blend of melancholy and gentle instrumentation.The Creek Drank the Cradle by Iron & Wine — Combines narrative-driven songwriting with soft, acoustic arrangements and a reflective atmosphere.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Damn These Vampires".
- 1 Damn These Vampires Start here 3:24
- 2 Birth of Serpents 3:08
- 3 Estate Sale Sign 2:47
- 4 Age of Kings 4:14
- 5 The Autopsy Garland 2:51
- 6 Beautiful Gas Mask 3:55
- 7 High Hawk Season 2:56
- 8 Prowl Great Cain 3:09
- 9 Sourdoire Valley Song 3:38
- 10 Outer Scorpion Squadron 2:32
- 11 For Charles Bronson 3:01
- 12 Never Quite Free 3:30
- 13 Liza Forever Minnelli 3:09
- 14 Brisbane Hotel Sutra 2:39
What to play next
This album is considered a Critical Peak in The Mountain Goats's catalog. Reaffirmed The Mountain Goats' relevance with thematic depth and critical acclaim.
Transcendental Youth
2012
Continues the introspective storytelling with richer arrangements.
The Life of the World to Come
2009
Sets a reflective tone and thematic depth leading into All Eternals Deck.
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