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Goths

The Mountain Goats · 2017

55 min · 12 tracks · indie folk

A contemplative exploration of goth culture wrapped in vivid storytelling and gentle acoustic melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo contemplative flow
  • vivid storytelling with gentle melodies
  • reflective listening for goth culture
  • thoughtful exploration of dark themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Goths' was released in 2017, The Mountain Goats had established a dedicated following with their distinctive narrative style, following the critically acclaimed 'Beat the Champ' from 2015. This album marked a continued evolution for frontman John Darnielle, who embraced themes of gothic culture while maintaining his signature lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rain in Soho 4:46
  • 2 Andrew Eldritch Is Moving Back to Leeds 4:18
  • 3 The Grey King and the Silver Flame Attunement 4:54
  • 4 We Do It Different on the West Coast 5:21
  • 5 Unicorn Tolerance 5:24
  • 6 Stench of the Unburied 4:30
  • 7 Wear Black 4:11
  • 8 Paid in Cocaine 3:57
  • 9 Rage of Travers 5:54
  • 10 Shelved 4:01
  • 11 For the Portuguese Goth Metal Bands 4:10
  • 12 Abandoned Flesh 3:42

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