Brother Is to Son cover

Released 22 years ago this June

Brother Is to Son

Danielson · 2004

47 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A whimsical blend of lo-fi indie pop infused with intricate melodies and playful, heartfelt lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical melodies for lighthearted moments
  • dynamic exploration with playful shifts
  • moments of resolution in listening
  • background warmth for creative tasks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, instant gratification
  • dislike playful and intricate arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 8, 2004, 'Brother Is to Son' is Danielson's follow-up to their acclaimed album 'Fetch the Compass Kids.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and artistic identity within the indie pop scene, showcasing a growing sense of whimsy and complexity in their songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Jordana· Sufjan Stevens· Elliott Smith

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Things Against Stuff 2:46
  • 2 Cookin’ Mid‐County 7:40
  • 3 Animal in Every Corner 3:43
  • 4 Daughters Will Tune You 5:10
  • 5 Our Givest 2:48
  • 6 Sweet Sweeps 8:27
  • 7 Perennial Wine 4:14
  • 8 Hammers Sitting Still 3:21
  • 9 Physician Heal Yourself 3:21
  • 10 Brother:Son 5:30

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