I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle
Portastatic · 1994
48 min · 15 tracks · rock & roll
Lo-fi indie rock melodies entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm yet melancholic atmosphere.
I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle is an album by Portastatic, released in 1994. Lo-fi indie rock melodies entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm yet melancholic atmosphere. 'I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle' is significant for its raw lo-fi aesthetic, capturing the essence of early 90s indie rock. The album received positive reviews in various publications, establishing Portastatic as a noteworthy player in the burgeoning indie scene and influencing many artists who followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle sound like?
Lo-fi indie rock melodies entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm yet melancholic atmosphere. Rooted in rock & roll.
What makes I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle by Portastatic notable?
'I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle' is significant for its raw lo-fi aesthetic, capturing the essence of early 90s indie rock. The album received positive reviews in various publications, establishing Portastatic as a noteworthy player in the burgeoning indie scene and influencing many artists who followed. In 1994, Portastatic released 'I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle' as their debut album, following a series of EPs that established their sound. This album marked the beginning of Mac McCaughan's exploration of more personal and narrative songwriting, setting the tone for his subsequent work in both Portastatic and Superchunk.
How many songs are on I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle?
I Hope Your Heart Is Not Brittle has 15 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Mute2 2:13
- 2 Polaroid Standout 4:22
- 3 Gutter Standout 3:23
- 4 Naked Pilseners 5:13
- 5 Tree Killer 1:26
- 6 Creeping Around 3:23
- 7 Weird Time 2:49
- 8 Silver Screw Standout 4:14
- 9 Beer and Chocolate Bars 3:22
- 10 Had 3:21
- 11 Memphis 2:27
- 12 Receiver 3:46
- 13 Why Have You Come Back 2:19
- 14 The Main Thing 4:12
- 15 [untitled] 1:48
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
48 min 25 sec
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