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Gilded Pleasures

The Growlers · 2013

28 min · 9 tracks · garage rock

A whimsical blend of garage rock and surf-inspired melodies infused with playful lyrics and laid-back vibes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful vibes for sunny days
  • short bursts of whimsical energy
  • laid-back tunes for casual hangs
  • mid-tempo flow for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of intense soundscapes
  • prefer long, epic compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 12, 2013, 'Gilded Pleasures' is The Growlers' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Hung at Heart' in 2013. At this point, the band was solidifying their distinctive sound characterized by a mix of surf rock and lo-fi aesthetics, gaining a dedicated following and critical recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Allah-Las· The Black Angels· Ty Segall

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dogheart 2 2:51
  • 2 Hiding Under Covers 2:48
  • 3 Tell It How It Is 3:38
  • 4 Humdrum Blues 3:37
  • 5 Ol Rat Face 3:25
  • 6 Change in Your Veins 3:01
  • 7 Pretend Im Gay 3:10
  • 8 Ego of a Man 2:54
  • 9 Nobody Owns You 2:40

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata