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I'm Going Away

The Fiery Furnaces · 2009

47 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A playful fusion of whimsical melodies and eclectic arrangements that reflect the duo's unconventional approach to indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • playful, whimsical listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
I'm Going Away is The Fiery Furnaces' fifth studio album, released in 2009 after their previous album, Widow City. By this point, the band had established a reputation for their experimental sound, blending various genres and styles. This album marked a continuation of their innovative spirit while also showcasing a more straightforward songwriting approach compared to earlier works.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· The Cranberries· Jordana

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I'm Going Away 2:27
  • 2 Drive to Dallas 4:52
  • 3 The End Is Near 2:58
  • 4 Charmaine Champagne 3:06
  • 5 Cut the Cake 3:03
  • 6 Even in the Rain 4:17
  • 7 Staring at the Steeple 3:55
  • 8 Ray Bouvier 3:10
  • 9 Keep Me in the Dark 4:03
  • 10 Lost at Sea 5:21
  • 11 Cups and Punches 3:35
  • 12 Take Me Round Again 6:35

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