Anthem of the Peaceful Army cover

Anthem of the Peaceful Army

Greta Van Fleet · 2018

45 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · blues rock

A fusion of classic rock influences with modern flair, echoing themes of youth and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like dynamics with peaks
  • introspective themes of youth
  • engaging in-order listening experience
  • cathartic moments of release

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone single experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 19, 2018, 'Anthem of the Peaceful Army' is Greta Van Fleet's debut studio album following their EPs that established them as a force in rock music. At this point, they were riding the wave of significant popularity from their earlier singles, especially 'Safari Song.' This album solidified their position within the rock genre while facing comparisons to legendary bands like Led Zeppelin.
Stylistic neighbors
Rival Sons· Wolfmother· The Black Keys

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Age of Man 6:06
  • 2 The Cold Wind 3:16
  • 3 When the Curtain Falls 3:42
  • 4 Watching Over 4:27
  • 5 Lover, Leaver (Taker, Believer) 6:01
  • 6 You’re the One 4:26
  • 7 The New Day 3:44
  • 8 Mountain of the Sun 4:30
  • 9 Brave New World 5:00
  • 10 Anthem 4:41

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