What makes For the Birds by The Frames notable?

This album is notable for its critical reception, earning praise from various music publications for its poignant songwriting and atmospheric production. It helped solidify The Frames' reputation as a key player in the burgeoning Irish indie scene at the time, influencing many subsequent acts within the genre. By the time 'For the Birds' was released in April 2001, The Frames had established themselves as a prominent force in the Irish alternative rock scene with their previous album 'Dance the Devil' gaining critical acclaim. This third studio album marked a significant moment for the band, showcasing their evolving sound and lyrical depth just before they achieved wider recognition through collaborations with artists like Glen Hansard.

Who is For the Birds for?

For the Birds works well if you're into haunting melodies that linger, gradual build to emotional climax and introspective reflections on vulnerability.

How many songs are on For the Birds?

For the Birds has 11 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

For the Birds

The Frames · 2001

52 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and sweeping melodies that capture the essence of emotional vulnerability.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

haunting melodies that linger
gradual build to emotional climax
introspective reflections on vulnerability
for late-night solitude

Maybe skip if you want

prefer immediate, upbeat gratification
dislike lengthy, evolving pieces

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'For the Birds' was released in April 2001, The Frames had established themselves as a prominent force in the Irish alternative rock scene with their previous album 'Dance the Devil' gaining critical acclaim. This third studio album marked a significant moment for the band, showcasing their evolving sound and lyrical depth just before they achieved wider recognition through collaborations with artists like Glen Hansard.
Stylistic neighbors: The Swell Season· Damien Rice· Snow Patrol

Tracklist

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

1 In the Deep Shade 3:29
2 Lay Me Down 3:11
3 What Happens When the Heart Just Stops 4:20
4 Headlong 5:20
5 Fighting on the Stairs 3:22
6 Giving Me Wings 3:34
7 Early Bird 5:04
8 Friends and Foe 4:07
9 Santa Maria 6:57
10 Disappointed 3:09
11 Mighty Sword 9:42

What to play next

Listen next

Breadcrumb Trail

2002

Go back to

Dance the Devil

1999

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