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Days

Real Estate · 2011

41 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A warm, sun-soaked blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that evoke wistful nostalgia.

Why this album works

'Days' received widespread critical acclaim, appearing on numerous year-end lists and solidifying Real Estate's status within the indie music community. The album's sound has been noted for influencing a wave of similar lo-fi indie pop and rock artists in the early 2010s.
Best for
warm, nostalgic soundscapes meditative afternoon reflections gentle, flowing melodies
Context
Released in January 2011, 'Days' is Real Estate's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2009. By this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene, having gained attention for their melodic sound and laid-back aesthetics.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· Jordana· The Kooks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Easy 3:53
  • 2 Green Aisles Standout 5:01
  • 3 It's Real Standout 2:48
  • 4 Kinder Blumen 3:55
  • 5 Out of Tune 4:51
  • 6 Municipality 3:36
  • 7 Wonder Years 2:34
  • 8 Three Blocks 3:18
  • 9 Younger Than Yesterday Standout 4:08
  • 10 All the Same 7:21

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