Getting into Knives cover

Getting into Knives

The Mountain Goats · 2020

56 min · 13 tracks · indie folk

A contemplative blend of indie folk melodies and introspective lyrics, echoing the challenges of personal and communal life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective themes of connection
  • thoughtful narratives for quiet evenings
  • contemplative melodies for focus
  • soulful storytelling on life's challenges

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 23, 2020, 'Getting into Knives' is The Mountain Goats' follow-up to their critically acclaimed album 'In League with Dragons' from 2019. At this point in their career, frontman John Darnielle continued to solidify his reputation as a poignant storyteller, exploring themes of loss and resilience amidst a changing world.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Corsican Mastiff Stride 2:20
  • 2 Get Famous 3:19
  • 3 Picture of My Dress 4:20
  • 4 As Many Candles as Possible 3:24
  • 5 Tidal Wave 5:25
  • 6 Pez dorado 4:56
  • 7 The Last Place I Saw You Alive 4:40
  • 8 Bell Swamp Connection 5:50
  • 9 The Great Gold Sheep 5:03
  • 10 Rat Queen 4:09
  • 11 Wolf Count 3:49
  • 12 Harbor Me 4:07
  • 13 Getting Into Knives 5:14

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