Beneath the Skin
Of Monsters and Men · 2015
48 min · 11 tracks · indie pop · indie folk
A vibrant tapestry of atmospheric melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics and rich vocal harmonies.
Why this album works
'Beneath the Skin' debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews, highlighting its evolution from their debut. The album's single 'Crystals' received significant radio play and contributed to the band's continued influence within the indie genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments atmospheric melodies for introspection rich harmonies for emotional connection
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2015, 'Beneath the Skin' is Of Monsters and Men's sophomore album, following their successful debut 'My Head Is an Animal' from 2011. By this time, the band had solidified their presence in the indie pop scene, aiming to expand their sound while coping with the pressures of fame after their breakout success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Beabadoobee· Gepe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crystals Standout 4:04
- 2 Human Standout 3:59
- 3 Hunger 4:50
- 4 Wolves Without Teeth 3:54
- 5 Empire Standout 4:22
- 6 Slow Life 5:43
- 7 Organs 4:32
- 8 Black Water 4:13
- 9 Thousand Eyes 4:02
- 10 I of the Storm 4:36
- 11 We Sink 4:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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