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L.A. Divine

Cold War Kids · 2017

43 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock

A vibrant blend of indie rock and alternative sounds, exploring love and existential themes through rich instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • reflective moments of love
  • uplifting choruses for sing-alongs
  • background warmth for gatherings
  • vibrant storytelling through instrumentation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2017, 'L.A. Divine' is Cold War Kids' fifth studio album, following their 2014 release 'Hold My Home'. At this point in their career, they were transitioning into a more polished sound while maintaining their signature lyrical depth, reflecting the band's evolution since their 2006 debut.
Stylistic neighbors
Band of Horses· The National· Modest Mouse

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Love Is Mystical 3:34
  • 2 Can We Hang On? 3:43
  • 3 So Tied Up 3:09
  • 4 Restless 4:52
  • 5 LA River 1:07
  • 6 No Reason to Run 3:12
  • 7 Open Up the Heavens 3:38
  • 8 Invincible 4:30
  • 9 Wilshire Protest 1:22
  • 10 Luck Down 2:42
  • 11 Ordinary Idols 3:30
  • 12 Cameras Always On 0:35
  • 13 Part of the Night 4:00
  • 14 Free to Breathe 3:19

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