And the Glass Handed Kites
Mew · 2005
54 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A lush tapestry of ethereal soundscapes juxtaposed with intricate melodies and abstract lyrical narratives.
Why this album works
This album was critically acclaimed, earning a spot on several year-end lists and expanding Mew's international fanbase. It showcased a unique blend of pop sensibilities and experimental rock, influencing various artists within the indie and alternative scenes.
- Career context
- Released in 2005, 'And the Glass Handed Kites' is Mew's third studio album, following their breakthrough album 'Frengers' (2003). At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the alternative rock scene while exploring more ambitious sonic territories and complex arrangements.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Circuitry of the Wolf 2:44
- 2 Chinaberry Tree 3:33
- 3 Why Are You Looking Grave? 3:50
- 4 Fox Cub 1:15
- 5 Apocalypso Standout 4:46
- 6 Special 3:13
- 7 The Zookeeper’s Boy Standout 4:43
- 8 A Dark Design 3:29
- 9 Saviours of Jazz Ballet / Fear Me, December 3:18
- 10 An Envoy to the Open Fields 3:40
- 11 Small Ambulance 1:05
- 12 The Seething Rain Weeps for You / Uda Pruda 4:18
- 13 White Lips Kissed Standout 6:44
- 14 Louise Louisa 7:17
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