Idols of Exile
Jason Collett · 2005
46 min · 12 tracks · alternative country
A tapestry of reflective storytelling woven with warm melodies and a touch of rustic charm.
Top tracks — play these first
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We All Lose One Another — This track encapsulates the album's themes of connection and loss through its poignant lyrics and melodic structure, reflecting Collett's introspective style.
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Hangover Days — The song combines catchy hooks with relatable lyrics about the aftermath of life’s ups and downs, showcasing Collett’s knack for blending humor with heartache.
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Tinsel and Sawdust — With its vivid imagery and reflective tone, this track highlights Collett's lyrical prowess, painting a picture of nostalgia intertwined with reality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective storytelling in lyrics
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- intimate soundscape for quiet moments
- for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer immediate catchy anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Idols of Exile is Jason Collett's third studio album, released in 2005 following his critically acclaimed record, Hymns for the Haunted. At this point in his career, Collett was solidifying his presence in the Canadian indie music scene and beginning to gain a wider audience, having already collaborated with members of Broken Social Scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ron Sexsmith· Hayes Carll· The Wooden Sky
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fire 2:49
- 2 Hangover Days 4:36
- 3 Brownie Hawkeye 3:53
- 4 We All Lose One Another 4:21
- 5 Parry Sound 4:58
- 6 I’ll Bring the Sun 3:34
- 7 Tinsel and Sawdust 5:19
- 8 Feral Republic 2:54
- 9 Pavement Puddle Stars 2:19
- 10 Almost Summer 3:51
- 11 Pink Night 4:25
- 12 These Are the Days 3:00
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