Antidotes
Foals · 2008
53 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-rock
A frenetic blend of angular guitars and danceable beats, laced with introspective lyrics and a vibrant, chaotic energy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with energy shifts danceable beats for movement introspective moments within chaos
- Context
- Antidotes is Foals' debut album, released in March 2008 after the band formed in 2005. At this point, they were establishing themselves in the UK music scene, following a series of well-received singles that hinted at their unique sound blending math rock with dance-punk influences.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, post-rock
Antidotes is an album by Foals, released in 2008. A frenetic blend of angular guitars and danceable beats, laced with introspective lyrics and a vibrant, chaotic energy. The album received critical acclaim upon release, debuting at number three on the UK Albums Chart and earning praise for its innovative sound. It played a pivotal role in the resurgence of guitar-driven music infused with electronic elements during the late 2000s, influencing a wave of indie bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Antidotes sound like?
A frenetic blend of angular guitars and danceable beats, laced with introspective lyrics and a vibrant, chaotic energy. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Antidotes by Foals notable?
The album received critical acclaim upon release, debuting at number three on the UK Albums Chart and earning praise for its innovative sound. It played a pivotal role in the resurgence of guitar-driven music infused with electronic elements during the late 2000s, influencing a wave of indie bands. Antidotes is Foals' debut album, released in March 2008 after the band formed in 2005. At this point, they were establishing themselves in the UK music scene, following a series of well-received singles that hinted at their unique sound blending math rock with dance-punk influences.
Who is Antidotes for?
Antidotes works well if you're into wave-like pacing with energy shifts, danceable beats for movement and introspective moments within chaos.
How many songs are on Antidotes?
Antidotes has 14 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The French Open 3:45
- 2 Cassius Standout 3:49
- 3 Red Socks Pugie 5:15
- 4 Olympic Airways Standout 4:12
- 5 Electric Bloom Standout 4:55
- 6 Balloons 2:59
- 7 Heavy Water 4:32
- 8 Two Steps Twice 4:39
- 9 Big Big Love (Fig. 2) 5:47
- 10 Like Swimming 1:57
- 11 Tron 4:50
- 12 [untitled] 0:59
- 13 Hummer 2:54
- 14 Mathletics 3:08
Release Date
March 24, 2008
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
53 min 47 sec
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