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Making a Door Less Open

Car Seat Headrest · 2020

48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · lo-fi

A vibrant fusion of lo-fi indie rock and experimental pop textures that invites introspection.

Making a Door Less Open is an album by Car Seat Headrest, released in 2020. A vibrant fusion of lo-fi indie rock and experimental pop textures that invites introspection. The album was well-received by critics, debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking the band's highest position to date. Its blend of genres and experimentation was noted for influencing a new direction in the indie rock scene, showcasing Toledo's growth as a songwriter. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Making a Door Less Open sound like?

A vibrant fusion of lo-fi indie rock and experimental pop textures that invites introspection. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.

What makes Making a Door Less Open by Car Seat Headrest notable?

The album was well-received by critics, debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking the band's highest position to date. Its blend of genres and experimentation was noted for influencing a new direction in the indie rock scene, showcasing Toledo's growth as a songwriter. Released on May 1, 2020, 'Making a Door Less Open' is Car Seat Headrest's first album after signing with Matador Records, following the critically acclaimed 'Twin Fantasy'. The album represents an artistic shift as the band's frontman Will Toledo began to embrace more electronic elements alongside his signature lo-fi style.

How many songs are on Making a Door Less Open?

Making a Door Less Open has 12 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·48:36

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

  • 1 Weightlifters Standout 5:41
  • 2 Can’t Cool Me Down Standout 5:09
  • 3 Hollywood 3:21
  • 4 Martin 3:32
  • 5 Hymn (remix) 2:48
  • 6 There Must Be More Than Blood Standout 7:21
  • 7 Deadlines 5:04
  • 8 What’s With You Lately 1:36
  • 9 Life Worth Missing 4:52
  • 10 Famous 2:52
  • 11 Deadlines (alternate acoustic) 3:06
  • 12 Hollywood (acoustic) 3:10

Release Date

May 1, 2020

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 36 sec