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Last Light

Matt Pond PA · 2007

49 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A tender blend of introspective lyrics and lush melodies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wistful nostalgia in every note
  • intimate reflections for quiet moments
  • gentle pacing for evening wind-down
  • short tracks for focused listening
  • emotional depth in every lyric

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks high-energy party vibes
  • prefers instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Last Light' was released in January 2007, Matt Pond PA was building on the momentum of their previous album, 'Several Arrows Later' (2005). This album marked their transition into a more polished sound while maintaining their indie rock roots, showcasing Pond's growth as a songwriter and musician.
Stylistic neighbors
The Paper Kites· Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Last Light 4:17
  • 2 People Have a Way 3:27
  • 3 Locate the Pieces 3:54
  • 4 Wild Girl 1:19
  • 5 Honestly 4:05
  • 6 Taught to Look Away 2:49
  • 7 Sunlight 3:54
  • 8 Basement Parties 3:03
  • 9 Until the East Coast Ends 1:35
  • 10 Foreign Bedrooms 3:50
  • 11 The Crush 4:26
  • 12 Giving It All Away 3:38
  • 13 Curves in the Road 3:38
  • 14 It’s Not So Bad at All 5:08

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