It's Great to Be Alive
Fake Problems · 2009
36 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant mix of indie rock energy and playful lyrical wit wrapped in catchy melodies.
Why this album works
This album helped Fake Problems gain critical acclaim for its unique blend of punk and folk influences, leading to a growing fanbase. It received positive reviews, particularly for its lyrical humor and upbeat instrumentation, which resonated within the indie music community during a time when such sounds were becoming increasingly popular.
- Best for
- playful lyrical wit throughout catchy melodies for sing-alongs dynamic progression with peaks
- Context
- Released on February 17, 2009, 'It's Great to Be Alive' was Fake Problems' second studio album, following their debut 'How Far Our Bodies Go' from 2007. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound and establishing a presence within the indie rock scene after garnering attention with their earlier work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1 2 3 4 1:22
- 2 The Dream Team 2:11
- 3 You’re a Serpent, You’re a She-Snake 3:09
- 4 Don’t Worry Baby 3:15
- 5 The Heaven & Hell Cotillion 1:21
- 6 Level With the Devil Standout 5:06
- 7 Diamond Rings Standout 3:50
- 8 Tabernacle Song 3:13
- 9 Alligator Assassinator 1:55
- 10 There Are Times 3:27
- 11 Too Cold to Hold 3:25
- 12 Heart BPM 4:33
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