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Grand

Matt & Kim · 2009

29 min · 11 tracks · indie pop

Energizing indie pop anthems pulse with infectious melodies and playful lyricism, capturing youthful exuberance.

Why this album works

'Grand' received significant critical acclaim, with tracks like 'Daylight' gaining substantial radio play and contributing to the duo's rise in popularity. The album's sound helped define a moment in late-2000s indie pop, influencing subsequent artists and trends within the genre.
Best for
short, energetic listening bursts playful, uplifting vibes immediate hooks and melodies
Context
Released on January 20, 2009, 'Grand' is Matt & Kim's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2006. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning from a small indie act to a more prominent presence in the indie pop scene, bolstered by their growing fanbase and festival appearances.
Stylistic neighbors
Clairo· Jordana· Girl in red

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Daylight Standout 2:51
  • 2 Cutdown 2:52
  • 3 Good Ol' Fashion Nightmare Standout 3:29
  • 4 Spare Change 1:13
  • 5 I Wanna 1:38
  • 6 Lessons Learned Standout 3:36
  • 7 Don't Slow Down 3:08
  • 8 Turn This Boat Around 2:10
  • 9 Cinders 1:46
  • 10 I'll Take Us Home 3:27
  • 11 Daylight (outro remix) 3:11

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