Lights
Lights · 2008
20 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · new wave
Ethereal synths blend with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics to create a vibrant pop landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience introspective moments for reflection catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on April 22, 2008, 'Lights' marked the debut album for Canadian artist Lights Poxleitner-Bokan. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a local indie scene into broader recognition, having previously released a self-titled EP that laid the groundwork for this full-length project.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie pop, new wave
Lights is an EP by Lights, released in 2008. Ethereal synths blend with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics to create a vibrant pop landscape. 'Lights' achieved commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the Canadian Albums Chart, and helped define the electropop sound of the late 2000s. The album's singles, especially 'Drive My Soul', received critical acclaim and significant radio play, propelling Lights into mainstream visibility and influencing a wave of female pop artists in Canada. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lights sound like?
Ethereal synths blend with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics to create a vibrant pop landscape. Rooted in alternative rock and indie pop.
What makes Lights by Lights notable?
'Lights' achieved commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the Canadian Albums Chart, and helped define the electropop sound of the late 2000s. The album's singles, especially 'Drive My Soul', received critical acclaim and significant radio play, propelling Lights into mainstream visibility and influencing a wave of female pop artists in Canada. Released on April 22, 2008, 'Lights' marked the debut album for Canadian artist Lights Poxleitner-Bokan. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a local indie scene into broader recognition, having previously released a self-titled EP that laid the groundwork for this full-length project.
Who is Lights for?
Lights works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, introspective moments for reflection and catchy melodies for sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Lights?
Lights has 6 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ice Standout 2:56
- 2 Drive My Soul Standout 3:22
- 3 February Air Standout 3:49
- 4 White 3:20
- 5 I Owe You One 3:38
- 6 The Last Thing on Your Mind 3:20
Release Date
April 22, 2008
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
20 min 28 sec
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