I Had the Blues But I Shook Them Loose
Bombay Bicycle Club · 2009
47 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant tapestry of indie rock that weaves together buoyant melodies and introspective lyrics with a youthful exuberance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- thoughtful, introspective moments
- balanced mix of tempos
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I Had the Blues But I Shook Them Loose is Bombay Bicycle Club's debut album, released in January 2009. The band had gained traction through early EPs and live performances, but this album marked their formal introduction to a wider audience. Following the release, they quickly established themselves within the UK indie scene, gaining recognition for their fresh sound and energetic live shows.
- Stylistic neighbors
- alt-J· Foals· Vampire Weekend
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Emergency Contraception Blues 1:26
- 2 Lamplight 3:44
- 3 Evening/Morning 2:52
- 4 Dust on the Ground 4:24
- 5 Ghost 3:56
- 6 Always Like This 4:05
- 7 Magnet 4:50
- 8 Cancel on Me 5:28
- 9 Autumn 3:35
- 10 The Hill 3:57
- 11 What If 4:09
- 12 The Giantess 5:17
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