Masts of Manhatta
Tracy Bonham · 2010
49 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Eclectic melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vivid soundscape that balances whimsy and melancholy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Devil’s Got Your Boyfriend — This track opens the album with a punchy rhythm and sharp lyrics, setting a playful yet dark tone that permeates much of the record.
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When You Laugh the World Laughs With You — A standout for its reflective mood, this song combines rich instrumentation with poignant lyrics, encapsulating the album's exploration of joy and sorrow.
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We Moved Our City to the Country — This track showcases Bonham's storytelling ability, blending evocative imagery with an atmospheric arrangement that highlights her artistic growth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful melodies for quiet moments
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- mid-tempo flow for easy engagement
- introspective lyrics on personal themes
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2010, Tracy Bonham had established herself as a unique voice in alternative rock, following her breakthrough debut 'The Burdens of Being Upright' in 1996. 'Masts of Manhatta' marked her return after a hiatus and showcased her evolving artistry and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liz Phair· Fiona Apple· Anya Marina
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Devil’s Got Your Boyfriend 4:37
- 2 Your Night Is Wide Open 4:27
- 3 Big Red Heart 4:40
- 4 Josephine 4:13
- 5 When You Laugh the World Laughs With You 5:47
- 6 We Moved Our City to the Country 5:47
- 7 Reciprocal Feelings 3:58
- 8 In the Moonlight 5:05
- 9 You’re My Isness 4:28
- 10 Angel, Won’t You Come Down? 4:08
- 11 I Love You Today 2:24
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