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Break It Yourself

Andrew Bird · 2012

60 min · 21 tracks · indie rock

A tapestry of intricate melodies woven with introspective lyrics and a blend of folk and indie rock sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • short interludes for breathing room
  • immersive melodies for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 5, 2012, 'Break It Yourself' is Andrew Bird's fifth studio album, following 2009's 'Noble Beast'. At this point in his career, Bird was solidifying his reputation as a unique voice in the indie rock landscape, known for his virtuosic violin playing and poetic lyricism.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· The Decemberists

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Desperation Breeds… 5:30
  • 2 Polynation 0:45
  • 3 Danse caribe 5:19
  • 4 Give It Away 4:31
  • 5 Eyeoneye 4:07
  • 6 Lazy Projector 4:59
  • 7 Near Death Experience Experience 4:29
  • 8 Behind the Barn 1:04
  • 9 Lusitania 4:04
  • 10 Orpheo Looks Back 4:55
  • 11 Sifters 4:13
  • 12 Fatal Shore 5:06
  • 13 Hole in the Ocean Floor 8:18
  • 14 Belles 3:00

Disc 2

  • 1 Danse caribe
  • 2 Orpheo Looks Back
  • 3 Lazy Projector
  • 4 Eyeoneye
  • 5 Lusitania
  • 6 I’m Goin’ Home
  • 7 Fatal Shore

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