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Chocolate and Ice

My Morning Jacket · 2002

40 min · 6 tracks · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of indie rock, stretching boundaries with extended jams and introspective lyrics.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like emotional dynamics introspective moments of reflection extended jams for deep listening
Context
Released on March 26, 2002, 'Chocolate and Ice' came as My Morning Jacket's second album, following their debut 'The Tennessee Fire.' The band was gaining momentum in the indie rock scene, with this release showcasing their evolving sound characterized by a mix of experimentation and emotional depth.
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indie rock

Chocolate and Ice is an EP by My Morning Jacket, released in 2002. A kaleidoscopic blend of indie rock, stretching boundaries with extended jams and introspective lyrics. This album solidified My Morning Jacket's presence in the indie rock landscape, particularly through its ambitious track 'Cobra,' which stretches over twenty minutes. Critics recognized it for its genre-blurring quality and live performance potential, contributing to the band's growing cult following. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chocolate and Ice sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of indie rock, stretching boundaries with extended jams and introspective lyrics. Rooted in indie rock.

What makes Chocolate and Ice by My Morning Jacket notable?

This album solidified My Morning Jacket's presence in the indie rock landscape, particularly through its ambitious track 'Cobra,' which stretches over twenty minutes. Critics recognized it for its genre-blurring quality and live performance potential, contributing to the band's growing cult following. Released on March 26, 2002, 'Chocolate and Ice' came as My Morning Jacket's second album, following their debut 'The Tennessee Fire.' The band was gaining momentum in the indie rock scene, with this release showcasing their evolving sound characterized by a mix of experimentation and emotional depth.

Who is Chocolate and Ice for?

Chocolate and Ice works well if you're into wave-like emotional dynamics, introspective moments of reflection and extended jams for deep listening.

How many songs are on Chocolate and Ice?

Chocolate and Ice has 6 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·40:37

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

  • 1 Can You See the Hard Helmet on My Head? Standout 3:43
  • 2 Sooner 3:37
  • 3 Cobra Standout 24:12
  • 4 It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years Standout 4:00
  • 5 Holy 1:59
  • 6 Sweetheart 3:04

Release Date

March 26, 2002

Genre

indie rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 37 sec