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Closer to the Sun

Slightly Stoopid · 2005

60 min · 20 tracks · reggae

A sun-soaked blend of reggae grooves and laid-back melodies that invites listeners to unwind and reflect.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sun-soaked afternoon relaxation
  • wave-like pacing invites reflection
  • laid-back grooves for unwinding
  • dynamic journey through moods
  • for road trip vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Closer to the Sun' was Slightly Stoopid's fourth studio album, showcasing their evolution from a local San Diego band to a recognized name in the reggae-rock genre. This album followed their breakthrough record 'Everything You Need' and solidified their presence on the music scene with a more polished sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Pepper· Rebelution· SOJA

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:18
  • 2 Babylon Is Falling 2:25
  • 3 Somebody 2:52
  • 4 Fat Spliffs 3:08
  • 5 Bandelero 2:47
  • 6 See It No Other Way 3:53
  • 7 Nothin Over Me 1:20
  • 8 This Joint 4:07
  • 9 Older 3:39
  • 10 Ain't Got a Lot of Money 2:58
  • 11 Till It Gets Wet 2:37
  • 12 Don't Care 4:39
  • 13 Basher 2:31
  • 14 Righteous Man 2:35
  • 15 Up on a Plane 3:00
  • 16 Waiting 2:55
  • 17 Closer to the Sun 2:25
  • 18 Zeplike 3:34
  • 19 Comb 4 My Dome 1:29
  • 20 Open Road 6:24

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