Creatures of an Hour
Still Corners · 2011
32 min · 10 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop · dream pop
Ethereal soundscapes envelop listeners in nostalgic reveries through shimmering synths and haunting vocals.
Why this album works
'Creatures of an Hour' gained critical acclaim for its lush production and melancholic themes, helping to establish Still Corners as prominent figures in the dream pop genre. The album was well-received by publications like Pitchfork, which praised its immersive sound, contributing to their rise in popularity and influence on later indie pop acts.
- Best for
- short, immersive listening sessions nostalgic reflective moments ethereal background ambiance
- Context
- Released on October 11, 2011, 'Creatures of an Hour' marked Still Corners' debut album following the duo's formation in 2010. At this point, they were still establishing their identity within the dream pop and indie pop scenes, showcasing a distinctive blend of atmospheric sound that would define their subsequent work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ellie Goulding· The Japanese House· Pale Waves
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- Strange Pleasures — Continues the ethereal sound with richer textures and deeper explorations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cuckoo Standout 3:11
- 2 Circulars 2:06
- 3 Endless Summer Standout 3:20
- 4 Into the Trees Standout 4:01
- 5 The White Season 2:53
- 6 I Wrote in Blood 4:11
- 7 The Twilight Hour 3:33
- 8 Velveteen 2:37
- 9 Demons 2:14
- 10 Submarine 4:07
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