Why this album works
'Cinematic' marked a departure from Owl City's previous commercial success, showcasing a more mature thematic focus. Although it did not achieve significant chart success like 'Fireflies', it received positive critical reception for its lyrical depth and production quality, appealing to long-time fans and newcomers alike.
- Best for
- whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming steady pacing for reflective moments nostalgic themes of youthful adventure
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fiji Water Standout 4:20
- 2 The 5th of July Standout 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 Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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