Girl with Basket of Fruit
Xiu Xiu · 2019
36 min · 9 tracks · synth-pop · art rock
An unsettling blend of avant-garde soundscapes and raw, confessional lyrics challenges conventional structures and emotions.
Why this album works
This album was notable for its critical reception, earning recognition for its daring exploration of themes like trauma and identity. It was named one of the best albums of the year by multiple publications, including Pitchfork, highlighting its influence within the art rock and experimental music scenes.
- Career context
- In 2019, Xiu Xiu released 'Girl with Basket of Fruit' as their ninth studio album, following the acclaimed 'Forget' from 2017. At this point in their career, the band had solidified a reputation for experimental approaches to music, blending genres and pushing boundaries while exploring personal and societal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nikolai Noskov· Duran Duran· Lykke Li
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Girl With Basket of Fruit Standout 4:16
- 2 It Comes Out as a Joke 3:01
- 3 Amargi ve Moo Standout 4:51
- 4 Ice Cream Truck 2:37
- 5 Pumpkin Attack on Mommy and Daddy 5:00
- 6 The Wrong Thing 4:54
- 7 Mary Turner, Mary Turner Standout 3:48
- 8 Scisssssssors 4:28
- 9 Normal Love 3:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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