Furnace Room Lullaby
Neko Case · 2000
36 min · 12 tracks · folk · indie rock · Americana
A haunting blend of folk and country, steeped in vivid storytelling and melancholic melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments haunting melodies for quiet evenings vivid storytelling with emotional depth
- Context
- Furnace Room Lullaby was Neko Case's second studio album, released on February 22, 2000. This album followed her 1997 debut, The Virginian, and marked a significant step in her artistic evolution, showcasing her distinctive voice and lyrical depth. At this point in her career, Case was beginning to carve out a unique space within the Americana genre, gaining recognition for her storytelling prowess.
- If you like
- folk, indie rock, Americana
Furnace Room Lullaby is an album by Neko Case, released in 2000. A haunting blend of folk and country, steeped in vivid storytelling and melancholic melodies. The album received critical acclaim, establishing Neko Case as an influential figure in the indie rock and country scenes. It has been praised for its lyrical maturity and emotional resonance, contributing to Case's reputation as a formidable songwriter. Additionally, it peaked at number 28 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, reflecting its impact on emerging artists in contemporary folk and Americana. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Furnace Room Lullaby sound like?
A haunting blend of folk and country, steeped in vivid storytelling and melancholic melodies. Rooted in folk and indie rock.
What makes Furnace Room Lullaby by Neko Case notable?
The album received critical acclaim, establishing Neko Case as an influential figure in the indie rock and country scenes. It has been praised for its lyrical maturity and emotional resonance, contributing to Case's reputation as a formidable songwriter. Additionally, it peaked at number 28 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, reflecting its impact on emerging artists in contemporary folk and Americana. Furnace Room Lullaby was Neko Case's second studio album, released on February 22, 2000. This album followed her 1997 debut, The Virginian, and marked a significant step in her artistic evolution, showcasing her distinctive voice and lyrical depth. At this point in her career, Case was beginning to carve out a unique space within the Americana genre, gaining recognition for her storytelling prowess.
Who is Furnace Room Lullaby for?
Furnace Room Lullaby works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, haunting melodies for quiet evenings and vivid storytelling with emotional depth.
How many songs are on Furnace Room Lullaby?
Furnace Room Lullaby has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Set Out Running Standout 3:01
- 2 Guided by Wire 3:21
- 3 Porchlight Standout 3:35
- 4 Mood to Burn Bridges 2:54
- 5 No Need to Cry 2:16
- 6 Twist the Knife 2:34
- 7 Thrice All American 3:13
- 8 We've Never Met 2:52
- 9 Whip the Blankets 2:44
- 10 South Tacoma Way 4:52
- 11 Bought and Sold 2:09
- 12 Furnace Room Lullaby Standout 2:54
Release Date
February 22, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 25 sec
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