Even My Sure Things Fall Through
Calexico · 2001
37 min · 8 tracks · alternative country · indie folk · roots rock
A mosaic of atmospheric instrumentals and earthy vocals that evoke the Southwestern landscape's vastness.
Why this album works
- Best for
- atmospheric instrumentals for reflection southwestern landscape evocation for evening relaxation
- Context
- In 2001, Calexico was transitioning from their breakthrough album 'Hot Rail' (1998) to a more refined sound. 'Even My Sure Things Fall Through' marked their first significant exploration of remix culture while solidifying their unique blend of Americana and indie influences.
- If you like
- alternative country, indie folk, roots rock
Even My Sure Things Fall Through is an EP by Calexico, released in 2001. A mosaic of atmospheric instrumentals and earthy vocals that evoke the Southwestern landscape's vastness. This album is notable for its innovative use of remixes that expanded the band's sonic palette, influencing the indie rock scene's embrace of genre-blending. It received positive critical reception, with publications noting its ability to capture the essence of desert landscapes and emotional storytelling. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Even My Sure Things Fall Through sound like?
A mosaic of atmospheric instrumentals and earthy vocals that evoke the Southwestern landscape's vastness. Rooted in alternative country and indie folk.
What makes Even My Sure Things Fall Through by Calexico notable?
This album is notable for its innovative use of remixes that expanded the band's sonic palette, influencing the indie rock scene's embrace of genre-blending. It received positive critical reception, with publications noting its ability to capture the essence of desert landscapes and emotional storytelling. In 2001, Calexico was transitioning from their breakthrough album 'Hot Rail' (1998) to a more refined sound. 'Even My Sure Things Fall Through' marked their first significant exploration of remix culture while solidifying their unique blend of Americana and indie influences.
Who is Even My Sure Things Fall Through for?
Even My Sure Things Fall Through works well if you're into atmospheric instrumentals for reflection, southwestern landscape evocation and for evening relaxation.
How many songs are on Even My Sure Things Fall Through?
Even My Sure Things Fall Through has 8 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sonic Wind (instrumental mix) Standout 5:07
- 2 Crystal Frontier (Widescreen version) Standout 3:59
- 3 Untitled III (remix by Two Loneswordsmen) 4:07
- 4 Chanel No. 5 4:50
- 5 Banderilla Standout 3:44
- 6 Crooked Road and the Briar 4:27
- 7 Crystal Frontier (acoustic version) 3:34
- 8 Hard Hat 7:09
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 2 sec
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