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Jessica Rabbit

Sleigh Bells · 2016

42 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A frenetic blend of punk energy and pop hooks punctuated by raw, distorted instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Jessica Rabbit' received critical acclaim and showcased the band's evolution, with a notable feature in NPR's Best Music of 2016 list. Its unique approach to production and songwriting influenced a wave of alternative rock artists pushing boundaries within the genre.
Best for
wave-like pacing with intensity raw energy for active listening cathartic bursts of emotion
Context
Released on January 1, 2016, 'Jessica Rabbit' is Sleigh Bells' fourth studio album, following their third effort, 'Bitter Rivals' (2013). At this point in their career, the band was exploring a more experimental sound while still maintaining their signature loud aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
Bi-2· Blur· Feeder

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s Just Us Now 3:09
  • 2 Torn Clean Standout 1:21
  • 3 Lightning Turns Sawdust Gold 3:17
  • 4 I Can’t Stand You Anymore 4:01
  • 5 Crucible 3:01
  • 6 Loyal For 1:58
  • 7 I Can Only Stare 3:33
  • 8 Throw Me Down the Stairs 2:42
  • 9 Unlimited Dark Paths 3:14
  • 10 I Know Not to Count on You 2:19
  • 11 Rule Number One 4:04
  • 12 Baptism by Fire Standout 4:23
  • 13 Hyper Dark 3:13
  • 14 As If 2:43

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