I Will Be cover

I Will Be

Dum Dum Girls · 2010

28 min · 11 tracks · punk

A vibrant blend of lo-fi punk and pop sensibilities wrapped in a nostalgic haze.

Why this album works

'I Will Be' received critical acclaim upon release, highlighted by its inclusion in numerous year-end lists and positive reviews from publications like Pitchfork and NME. The album’s sound influenced a wave of similar acts in the indie pop and punk scenes, showcasing the growing popularity of female-fronted bands in these genres.
Career context
Released on March 30, 2010, 'I Will Be' is the debut full-length album by Dum Dum Girls, following their earlier EPs. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the indie rock scene, building on the buzz generated by their earlier work and establishing themselves as key players in the lo-fi pop revival.
Stylistic neighbors
Flatfoot 56· NOFX· Mongol Shuudan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It Only Takes One Night 2:02
  • 2 Bhang Bhang, I'm a Burnout Standout 2:33
  • 3 Oh Mein M 2:10
  • 4 Jail La La Standout 2:30
  • 5 Rest of Our Lives 3:01
  • 6 Yours Alone 2:16
  • 7 Blank Girl 2:53
  • 8 I Will Be Standout 2:06
  • 9 Lines Her Eyes 2:24
  • 10 Everybody's Out 2:58
  • 11 Baby Don't Go 3:50

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