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Fading Frontier

Deerhunter · 2015

36 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock

A hazy blend of dream pop and art rock, evoking introspection with layered instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • introspective soundscapes for solitude
  • layered instrumentation invites deep listening
  • short tracks for focused sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party atmosphere
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2015, 'Fading Frontier' is Deerhunter's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Monomania'. At this point in their career, the band was diversifying their sound while exploring themes of isolation and vulnerability, marking a shift towards a more subdued aesthetic compared to previous works.
Stylistic neighbors
Real Estate· Tame Impala· Panda Bear

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All the Same 3:05
  • 2 Living My Life 3:49
  • 3 Breaker 3:31
  • 4 Duplex Planet 2:40
  • 5 Take Care 4:12
  • 6 Leather and Wood 5:55
  • 7 Snakeskin 4:20
  • 8 Ad astra 5:32
  • 9 Carrion 2:58

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