Indie Cindy
Pixies · 2014
45 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
A gritty blend of surf rock and punk energy, laced with surreal lyrical imagery and haunting melodies.
Why this album works
'Indie Cindy' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the Pixies' enduring appeal. Critics noted its mixed reception, highlighting how it divided fans but also introduced the band to a new generation. The album's lead single, 'Bagboy,' was particularly praised for its catchy hooks and was accompanied by a notable music video that further amplified its presence in pop culture.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration surreal imagery for daydreaming gritty energy for casual listening
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Indie Cindy' marked the Pixies' first album of new material since their breakup in 1993. It came after a successful reunion tour that reignited interest in the band, positioning them to explore contemporary sounds while maintaining their signature aesthetic. This album was both a return and an evolution for the band as they sought to reconnect with fans old and new.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Linkin Park· Green Day· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· Neil Young
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Goes Boom 3:32
- 2 Greens and Blues Standout 3:47
- 3 Indie Cindy 4:41
- 4 Bagboy Standout 4:53
- 5 Magdalena 318 3:26
- 6 Silver Snail 3:29
- 7 Blue Eyed Hexe 3:11
- 8 Ring the Bell 3:35
- 9 Another Toe in the Ocean Standout 3:46
- 10 Andro Queen 3:23
- 11 Snakes 3:45
- 12 Jaime Bravo 4:24
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