What makes Here Comes the Indian by Animal Collective notable?

'Here Comes the Indian' is significant for pushing the boundaries of experimental music, influencing the burgeoning indie rock scene of the early 2000s. The album received positive reviews from critics and helped establish Animal Collective's reputation, leading to their later commercial successes. Its innovative sound has inspired numerous artists across various genres. Released in early 2003, 'Here Comes the Indian' marked Animal Collective's transition from underground cult favorites to more widely recognized artists. This album followed their previous work, 'Campfire Songs', showcasing a shift towards a more polished yet still experimental sound. It solidified their unique identity in the indie music scene as they began to gain traction with a broader audience.

Who is Here Comes the Indian for?

Here Comes the Indian works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on Here Comes the Indian?

Here Comes the Indian has 7 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Here Comes the Indian

Animal Collective · 2003

44 min · 7 tracks · electronic · art rock · psychedelic music

A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and experimental pop that defies conventional structure.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
layered, dense sonic textures
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in early 2003, 'Here Comes the Indian' marked Animal Collective's transition from underground cult favorites to more widely recognized artists. This album followed their previous work, 'Campfire Songs', showcasing a shift towards a more polished yet still experimental sound. It solidified their unique identity in the indie music scene as they began to gain traction with a broader audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Panda Bear· Tame Impala· The Microphones

Tracklist

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

1 Native Belle 3:52
2 Hey Light 5:41
3 Infant Dressing Table 8:35
4 Panic 4:48
5 Two Sails on a Sound 12:20
6 Slippi 2:49
7 Too Soon 6:27

What to play next

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Campfire Songs

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