Glee Sides and Sparities
Jebediah · 2003
68 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
An eclectic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that encapsulate early 2000s Australian alternative rock.
Why this album works
This album marked a significant moment for Jebediah, debuting at number 11 on the ARIA Albums Chart and demonstrating their sustained popularity. Its mix of catchy hooks and earnest storytelling resonated well with both critics and fans, further establishing them as key figures in the Australian alternative rock movement.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic flow through introspection for weekend road trips
- Context
- Released in January 2003, 'Glee Sides and Sparities' was Jebediah's third studio album, following their successful 1999 release 'Slightly Odway'. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the Australian rock scene, balancing commercial appeal with artistic growth as they navigated a post-grunge landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Midnight Oil· Pendulum· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· INXS· Crowded House· Birds of Tokyo· Eskimo Joe· Powderfinger
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Minutes 3:22
- 2 Monument 4:09
- 3 Television Lies Standout 2:29
- 4 The Less Trusted Pain Remover 6:28
- 5 Pace It Standout 3:28
- 6 Tracksuit 4:25
- 7 Clint 5:18
- 8 Weekend Away Standout 4:37
- 9 Hey Presto! 3:39
- 10 Bosco 4:05
- 11 Supposed to Say 1:55
- 12 Jerks of Attention 4:17
- 13 Smiler 2:42
- 14 Closing Time 5:51
- 15 Ski Trip 2:27
- 16 When the Generals Talk 2:34
- 17 Thought About It 3:17
- 18 Big Beer Wall 2:49
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