Beyond the Neighbourhood cover

Beyond the Neighbourhood

Athlete · 2007

45 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks wrapped in lush indie rock soundscapes.

Why this album works

'Beyond the Neighbourhood' received positive reviews for its inventive approach to indie rock, charting at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. The album's success solidified Athlete's place in the mid-2000s British indie scene, influencing bands exploring similar sonic textures.
Career context
Released in 2007, 'Beyond the Neighbourhood' is Athlete's third studio album, following their successful 2005 record 'Tourist'. At this point in their career, the band faced the challenge of evolving their sound while retaining the melodic charm that garnered them a devoted fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· The Kooks· The Fratellis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 In Between 2 States 2:30
  • 2 Hurricane Standout 3:13
  • 3 Tokyo 3:34
  • 4 Airport Disco Standout 5:03
  • 5 It's Not Your Fault 4:18
  • 6 The Outsiders 5:22
  • 7 Flying Over Bus Stops 4:28
  • 8 Second Hand Stores 5:13
  • 9 In the Library 3:04
  • 10 Best Not to Think About It 4:12
  • 11 This Is What I Sound Like Standout 4:35

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