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Boardface

Gotye · 2003

57 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a haunting yet melodic soundscape of alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • introspective themes for quiet nights
  • haunting melodies that linger
  • gradual build towards emotional release

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Boardface' is Gotye's debut album, marking the beginning of his career as a solo artist after his time in the band The Basics. At this point, he was still relatively unknown outside Australia but laid the groundwork for his unique blend of indie and experimental sounds that would later define his breakout success.
Stylistic neighbors
Kimbra· Sufjan Stevens· James Blake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Out Here in the Cold 6:26
  • 2 True to You 5:09
  • 3 The Only Thing I Know 7:17
  • 4 Wonder Why You Want Her 4:25
  • 5 What Do You Want? 3:24
  • 6 Out of My Mind 4:15
  • 7 Here in This Place 6:00
  • 8 Waiting for You 1:37
  • 9 Loath to Refuse 5:45
  • 10 Noir Excursion 6:10
  • 11 Baby 6:01
  • 12 Board With This Game 1:03

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