Antiques & Artefacts
The Parlotones · 2015
55 min · 16 tracks · indie rock
Bright melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, creating a sound that balances nostalgia and hopefulness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Skeletons — This track captures the essence of introspection prevalent throughout the album, combining haunting melodies with thought-provoking lyrics about personal struggles.
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Defy Gravity — With an uplifting chorus and energetic instrumentation, this song embodies the album's theme of resilience and striving for dreams against all odds.
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We Will Be Forever Young — This track serves as a poignant anthem about cherishing youth and memories, resonating deeply with listeners through its universal message.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful anthems for gatherings
- upbeat tracks for road trips
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- quick bursts of catchy melodies
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- slow, contemplative listening preferences
- long-form, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2015, 'Antiques & Artefacts' is The Parlotones' sixth studio album, following their 2013 project 'Stand Up.' At this point in their career, the band sought to evolve their sound while still appealing to their established fan base in South Africa and beyond.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whistle Dixie Dizzy 2:53
- 2 Skeletons 3:15
- 3 Defy Gravity 3:12
- 4 We Were Just Having Fun 4:25
- 5 Stay a While 3:28
- 6 Electricity 3:48
- 7 Treasures 3:36
- 8 My Love Is Absolute 2:32
- 9 Tiny Tiger 4:59
- 10 Kings & Queens 4:10
- 11 Golden Moments 4:21
- 12 We Will Be Forever Young 3:41
- 13 Reach Our Dreams 3:36
- 14 Following You 2:18
- 15 Skull & Bones 2:36
- 16 Mysterious 2:19
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