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Gimme Fiction

Spoon · 2005

56 min · 15 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant mix of jagged guitar riffs and melodic hooks captures the essence of mid-2000s indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove experience
  • jagged riffs with melodic hooks
  • engaging narrative through clever lyrics
  • for casual afternoon listening
  • variety in track lengths

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 10, 2005, 'Gimme Fiction' is Spoon's fifth studio album, following their breakout success with 'Kill the Moonlight.' At this point in their career, Spoon was solidifying their unique sound, blending elements of noise rock and pop sensibilities while gaining critical acclaim and a growing fan base.
Stylistic neighbors
The National· Wilco· Interpol

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Beast and Dragon, Adored 4:18
  • 2 The Two Sides of Monsieur Valentine 2:58
  • 3 I Turn My Camera On 3:32
  • 4 My Mathematical Mind 5:02
  • 5 The Delicate Place 3:42
  • 6 Sister Jack 3:35
  • 7 I Summon You 3:55
  • 8 The Infinite Pet 3:56
  • 9 Was It You? 5:02
  • 10 They Never Got You 4:59
  • 11 Merchants of Soul 2:49

Disc 2

  • 1 Carryout Kids 2:47
  • 2 You Was It 3:57
  • 3 I Summon You (demo) 4:00
  • 4 Sister Jack (piano demo) 1:43

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