Elephant Shell
Tokyo Police Club · 2008
51 min · 18 tracks · post-punk
A vibrant blend of post-punk energy and introspective lyrics drives this engaging sophomore album.
Why this album works
'Elephant Shell' received positive critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and showcasing the band's growing influence in the Canadian indie music scene. The album's single 'Your English Is Good' gained notable airplay, contributing to the band's ascent into mainstream recognition during a period of burgeoning interest in post-punk revival bands.
- Best for
- concise listening sessions steady, consistent pacing introspective background ambiance
- Context
- Released on April 22, 2008, 'Elephant Shell' is Tokyo Police Club's second album, following their debut 'A Lesson in Crime' from 2006. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene, building on initial buzz from their earlier EPs and singles while experimenting with a fuller sound and more intricate songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Tropical Fuck Storm· Dolphin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Centennial Standout 1:53
- 2 In a Cave 2:49
- 3 Graves 2:35
- 4 Juno 2:14
- 5 Tessellate Standout 2:39
- 6 Sixties Remake 2:05
- 7 The Harrowing Adventures Of… 2:50
- 8 Nursery, Academy 2:26
- 9 Your English Is Good Standout 3:11
- 10 Listen to the Math 2:58
- 11 The Baskervilles 2:21
Disc 2
- 1 Centennial (Dntel remix) 4:38
- 2 Tessellate (Tom Campesinos! remix) 4:16
- 3 Nursery, Academy (Flowers Forever remix) 2:37
- 4 Listen to the Math (The Good Life remix) 3:17
- 5 Tessellate (Field Music remix) 3:29
- 6 Friends of P. 2:45
- 7 New New Song 2:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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