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Cease to Begin

Band of Horses · 2007

34 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A haunting tapestry of reverb-laden guitars and introspective lyrics that evoke longing and nostalgia.

Why this album works

'Cease to Begin' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 33 on the Billboard 200 chart and landing on numerous year-end best lists. Its standout single, 'No One’s Gonna Love You', garnered significant radio airplay and remains a defining track for the band.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2007, 'Cease to Begin' was Band of Horses' sophomore album, following their acclaimed debut 'Everything All the Time'. The album solidified their presence in the indie rock scene and showcased a maturation in songwriting and production.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Is There a Ghost Standout 2:59
  • 2 Ode to LRC 4:16
  • 3 No One’s Gonna Love You Standout 3:37
  • 4 Detlef Schrempf 4:28
  • 5 The General Specific Standout 3:07
  • 6 Lamb on the Lam (In the City) 0:50
  • 7 Islands on the Coast 3:34
  • 8 Marry Song 3:23
  • 9 Cigarettes, Wedding Bands 4:35
  • 10 Window Blues 4:01

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