As Days Get Dark
Arab Strap · 2021
47 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
Introspective melodies intertwine with raw storytelling, creating a hauntingly beautiful reflection on life and loss.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim upon release, with numerous publications praising its lyrical depth and emotional honesty. It marked a significant return for the band, debuting at number one on the UK Independent Albums Chart, reaffirming their place in the indie rock landscape after years away.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective pace introspective storytelling moments haunting melodies evoke nostalgia
- Context
- As Days Get Dark marks Arab Strap's first studio album in 16 years, following their 2005 release, The Last Romance. After a lengthy hiatus, the duo returned to explore themes of melancholy and resilience, showcasing a matured sound that resonates deeply with their previous works while also reflecting personal growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blur· The Kooks· The Fratellis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Turning of Our Bones Standout 5:03
- 2 Another Clockwork Day 3:29
- 3 Compersion, Pt. 1 3:36
- 4 Bluebird 2:52
- 5 Kebabylon Standout 5:15
- 6 Tears on Tour 4:29
- 7 Here Comes Comus! 4:13
- 8 Fable of the Urban Fox 4:55
- 9 I Was Once a Weak Man Standout 3:26
- 10 Sleeper 6:24
- 11 Just Enough 3:33
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