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Cinematic

Owl City · 2018

73 min · 18 tracks · synth-pop

A whimsical blend of synth-pop with introspective lyrics that evoke nostalgia and dreamlike landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • nostalgic themes of youthful adventure
  • warm melodies for cozy nights
  • inviting sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • seek raw, unfiltered emotional intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2018, 'Cinematic' was Owl City's fifth studio album, following the 2015 release of 'Mobile Orchestra'. At this point in his career, Adam Young (Owl City) was exploring a more personal and reflective sound, moving away from the mainstream pop hits that characterized his earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Lights· Chvrches· Passion Pit

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fiji Water 4:20
  • 2 The 5th of July 4:11
  • 3 All My Friends 3:25
  • 4 House Wren 3:30
  • 5 Not All Heroes Wear Capes 3:46
  • 6 Montana 4:06
  • 7 Lucid Dream 4:21
  • 8 Always 4:36
  • 9 Cloud Nine 3:52
  • 10 Winners Never Quit 3:39
  • 11 Madeline Island 4:36
  • 12 Be Brave 5:15
  • 13 New York City 3:44
  • 14 Firebird 3:59
  • 15 Cinematic 4:13
  • 16 All My Friends (alt version) 3:28
  • 17 Montana (alt version) 3:49
  • 18 Firebird (alt version) 4:30

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