How I Quit Smoking
Lambchop · 1996
52 min · 14 tracks · alternative country
A blend of subtle melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of warmth and melancholy.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its critical reception, often cited as a key release in the slowcore genre. It helped establish Lambchop as an influential band within the indie music landscape of the late '90s, drawing attention from notable publications like Pitchfork and expanding their audience beyond the underground circuit.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments warm melodies with introspective lyrics ideal for quiet evenings
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'How I Quit Smoking' was Lambchop's second album, following their debut 'I Hope You're Sitting Down'. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to carve out their niche within the alternative country scene, showcasing a more refined sound and deeper lyrical themes compared to their initial offering.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Old Crow Medicine Show· Dave Alvin· Emmylou Harris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 For Which We Are Truly Thankful Standout 2:58
- 2 The Man Who Loved Beer Standout 2:47
- 3 The Militant 3:34
- 4 We Never Argue 4:15
- 5 Life’s Little Tragedy Standout 4:16
- 6 Suzieju 4:24
- 7 All Smiles and Mariachi 3:30
- 8 The Scary Caroler 4:44
- 9 Smuckers 4:33
- 10 The Militant 2:56
- 11 Garf 4:30
- 12 Your Life as a Sequel 4:18
- 13 Theöne 4:53
- 14 Again 1:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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