Civilian cover

Civilian

Wye Oak · 2011

38 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of emotional landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • atmospheric background focus
  • introspective emotional exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 8, 2011, 'Civilian' marked Wye Oak's third studio album and their first after signing with Merge Records. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'The Knot' (2009), showcasing a mature sound that blended their indie rock roots with atmospheric elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· Jordana· The Kooks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Two Small Deaths 3:50
  • 2 The Alter 3:40
  • 3 Holy Holy 4:33
  • 4 Dogs Eyes 3:22
  • 5 Civilian 3:39
  • 6 Fish 4:46
  • 7 Plains 3:43
  • 8 Hot as Day 3:47
  • 9 We Were Wealth 4:36
  • 10 Doubt 2:27

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