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Alone at the Microphone

Royal City · 2001

39 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A lo-fi tapestry of poignant melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics and melancholic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow for introspective moments
  • poignant melodies for reflective moods
  • mid-tempo pacing for thoughtful listening
  • lo-fi warmth for cozy evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks high-energy tracks
  • prefers upbeat party music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Alone at the Microphone' was Royal City's debut album, marking the band's entry into the indie rock scene. At this time, they were emerging from their local Canadian music circuit, gaining attention for their unique sound that combined elements of folk and rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· The Cranberries· The Kooks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bad Luck 3:28
  • 2 Under a Hollow Tree 1:49
  • 3 My Brother Is the Meatman 3:08
  • 4 Spacy Basement 4:33
  • 5 Dank Is the Air of Death and Loathing 3:28
  • 6 Don't You 3:33
  • 7 You Are the Vine 4:00
  • 8 Daisies 2:56
  • 9 Blood and Faeces 2:34
  • 10 Rum Tobacco 5:56
  • 11 And Miriam Took a Timbrel in Her Hand 3:39

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