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Embrace

Embrace · 2014

46 min · 16 tracks · indie rock

Melodic indie rock intertwines heartfelt lyrics with atmospheric instrumentation, creating a poignant exploration of resilience and vulnerability.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Protection — Opening with an anthemic quality, this track sets the tone for the album's themes of safety and reassurance amidst turmoil.
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    Refugees — This track powerfully addresses themes of displacement and empathy, resonating with contemporary social issues while showcasing the band's melodic strength.
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    The Devil Looks After His Own — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song exemplifies the album's emotional core and complex narrative style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective anthems for introspection
  • uplifting choruses for sing-alongs
  • cathartic release in every track
  • steady pacing with emotional depth

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2014, 'Embrace' marks the band's return after a long hiatus following their 2006 album 'This New Day'. This self-titled album reflects a reinvention phase for Embrace as they sought to reconnect with their audience and adapt to the evolving music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Biffy Clyro· The Maccabees· Editors

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Protection 3:57
  • 2 In the End 4:30
  • 3 Refugees 4:59
  • 4 I Run 4:11
  • 5 Follow You Home 4:03
  • 6 Quarters 4:53
  • 7 At Once 3:56
  • 8 Self Attack Mechanism 4:33
  • 9 The Devil Looks After His Own 4:49
  • 10 A Thief on My Island 6:31

Disc 2

  • 1 Embrace Live at Magnetic North
  • 2 Refugees (acoustic)
  • 3 Follow You Home (acoustic)
  • 4 Ashes (acoustic)
  • 5 Official Refugees Promo Video
  • 6 Secret Gig Trailers

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata