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Released 26 years ago this June

Domestica

Cursive · 2000

32 min · 9 tracks · punk

Raw emotional turmoil collides with intricate arrangements, creating a poignant narrative of relationships and self-discovery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional exploration
  • poignant narratives of relationships
  • raw emotional turmoil and reflection
  • focused listening on personal stories

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 20, 2000, 'Domestica' is Cursive's second album, following their debut 'Such Blinding Stars for Starving Eyes.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique voice within the indie rock scene, marked by a blend of punk energy and literary lyricism that would define their future work.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Casualty 3:30
  • 2 The Martyr 3:57
  • 3 Shallow Means, Deep Ends 3:36
  • 4 Making Friends and Acquaintances 2:58
  • 5 A Red So Deep 4:40
  • 6 The Lament of Pretty Baby 3:15
  • 7 The Game of Who Needs Who the Worst 3:34
  • 8 The Radiator Hums 3:24
  • 9 The Night I Lost the Will to Fight 3:21

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