All Points Bulletin
Dispatch · 2004
151 min · 22 tracks · indie folk
A dynamic fusion of indie folk and jam band improvisation, blending earnest lyrics with intricate musicianship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Open Up Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The General — A powerful anthem that encapsulates themes of war and peace, showcasing the band's ability to blend storytelling with a catchy chorus.
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Two Coins — This track features a poignant narrative about choices and consequences, layered over an engaging melody that exemplifies Dispatch's lyrical prowess.
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Carry You — With its heartfelt lyrics and uplifting arrangement, this song stands out as a testament to resilience and support during challenging times.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- inviting introspection and celebration
- for reflective long drives
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- captivating story arcs throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek constant high-energy pace
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — First studio album after hiatus, marking a significant return and broader recognition.
- Themes
- war and peace· post-hiatus reunion· choices and consequences
- Career context
- All Points Bulletin was Dispatch's first studio album after their hiatus in the late 1990s, marking a significant return for the band following their earlier success with albums like Bang Bang. Released in 2004, it showcased their evolution in sound and lyrical depth while reconnecting with a dedicated fanbase eager for new material.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avett Brothers· Trampled by Turtles· Guster
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Open Up Start here 5:06
- 2 Time Served 4:51
- 3 Here We Go 8:30
- 4 Cover This 5:12
- 5 Riddle 5:37
- 6 Bang Bang 6:19
- 7 Ride a Tear 7:45
- 8 Lightning 6:16
- 9 Mayday 7:11
- 10 Even 5:08
- 11 Passerby 7:36
- 12 Prince of Spades 8:54
Disc 2
- 1 Past the Falls 7:24
- 2 Bullet Holes 5:33
- 3 Fallin' 5:41
- 4 Two Coins 5:06
- 5 Bridges 6:51
- 6 Elias 7:31
- 7 Carry You 6:59
- 8 Bats in the Belfry 9:58
- 9 Out Loud 10:04
- 10 The General 8:09
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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