Her Majesty the Decemberists
The Decemberists · 2003
48 min · 11 tracks · art rock
A whimsical tapestry of storytelling woven with rich instrumentation and introspective lyricism.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim upon release, showcasing the band's unique blend of folk rock and literary influences. It helped solidify their place in the indie music landscape, leading to a devoted following and paving the way for their breakthrough album Picaresque in 2005.
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling adventures steady pacing for deep reflection introspective moments of clarity
- Context
- Her Majesty the Decemberists is The Decemberists' second studio album, following their 2002 debut Castaways and Cutouts. By 2003, the band had begun to establish their distinctive narrative-driven style, setting the stage for future successes within the indie rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· Nikolai Noskov· Sparks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shanty for the Arethusa 5:37
- 2 Billy Liar 4:08
- 3 Los Angeles, I’m Yours Standout 4:17
- 4 The Gymnast, High Above the Ground 7:13
- 5 The Bachelor and the Bride 4:12
- 6 Song for Myla Goldberg 3:33
- 7 The Soldiering Life Standout 3:48
- 8 Red Right Ankle Standout 3:29
- 9 The Chimbley Sweep 2:53
- 10 I Was Meant for the Stage 7:02
- 11 As I Rise 2:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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