Greenberg
LCD Soundsystem · 2010
52 min · 18 tracks · punk rock
A nostalgic blend of punk energy and danceable grooves, underscored by poignant reflections on modern life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jet Airliner Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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People — This track encapsulates the album's core theme of social dynamics, blending infectious rhythms with lyrics that critique interpersonal relationships in modern society.
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It Never Rains in Southern California — With its reflective tone, this song captures a sense of longing and disenchantment, resonating with the film's characters' struggles while maintaining an upbeat tempo.
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Suburbia — This brief yet impactful track critiques suburban life through its stark lyrics and punchy delivery, making it a standout moment that represents the album's thematic exploration.
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Oh You (Christmas Blues) — Offering a melancholic twist on holiday themes, this track showcases the band’s talent for blending humor with deeper emotional currents, enhancing the album's complexity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with interludes
- introspective lyrics for urban life
- dance- rhythms for movement
- engaging flow with dynamic shifts
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hits
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Offers a unique sound and context, but not as widely recognized as other albums.
- Themes
- suburban isolation· California longing
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Greenberg marks a significant moment for LCD Soundsystem as it served as the soundtrack to Noah Baumbach's film of the same name. This period followed their acclaimed third album, This Is Happening, and showcased the band's ability to create music that meshes seamlessly with cinematic narratives while exploring themes of disconnection and identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hot Chip· The Rapture· Soulwax
Tracklist
- 1 Jet Airliner Start here 4:28
- 2 People 4:38
- 3 Suburbia 2:34
- 4 Sleepy Baby 3:12
- 5 Thumbs 0:59
- 6 It Never Rains in Southern California 3:51
- 7 Plenty of Time 3:08
- 8 Photographs 3:32
- 9 Gente 2:33
- 10 Strange 3:17
- 11 Oh You (Christmas Blues) 3:51
- 12 Birthday Song 1:36
- 13 Dear You 0:39
- 14 Shot Down 2:14
- 15 The Chauffeur 5:17
- 16 If You Need a Friend 1:01
- 17 Please Don't Follow Me 3:24
- 18 Photographs (Piano) 1:55
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
In Our Heads
Hot Chip
Merges danceable grooves with introspective lyrics, capturing urban life vibrantly.
Pieces of the People We Love
The Rapture
Shares a raw energy and fusion of punk and dance rhythms, reflecting city life.
Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
Phoenix
Combines upbeat melodies with reflective themes, creating a lively urban atmosphere.
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