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Florasongs

The Decemberists · 2015

18 min · 5 tracks · art rock

A whimsical blend of art rock and folk-infused storytelling wrapped in lush melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • whimsical storytelling for daydreaming
  • short bursts of melodic charm
  • for leisurely afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy tracks
  • seek longer album experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2015, The Decemberists released 'Florasongs' as a companion piece to their album 'What a Terrible World, What a Beautiful World', reflecting their established sound while exploring new lyrical themes. This release came after the band marked a successful comeback with their previous album, showcasing their continued evolution in both composition and narrative depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Why Would I Now? 3:42
  • 2 Riverswim 4:53
  • 3 Fits & Starts 2:41
  • 4 The Harrowed and the Haunted 4:07
  • 5 Stateside 3:25

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata