Crossing the Rubicon cover

Crossing the Rubicon

The Sounds · 2009

52 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · new wave

Energetic synths and driving rhythms blend with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses in this indie pop-rock gem.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy hooks and anthemic choruses
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • engaging sing-along moments
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2009, The Sounds released 'Crossing the Rubicon' as their fourth studio album, following their successful 2006 record, 'Dying to Say This to You.' At this point in their career, they were consolidating their sound while gaining a dedicated international fanbase, especially in the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Yeah Yeah Yeahs· The Killers· Metric

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No One Sleeps When I'm Awake 4:22
  • 2 4 Songs & A Fight 3:24
  • 3 My Lover 4:25
  • 4 Dorchester Hotel 4:07
  • 5 Beatbox 4:02
  • 6 Underground 3:47
  • 7 Crossing the Rubicon 2:03
  • 8 Midnight Sun 4:30
  • 9 Lost in Love 5:04
  • 10 The Only Ones 4:44
  • 11 Home Is Where Your Heart Is 7:39
  • 12 Goodnight Freddy 4:04

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