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My Room in the Trees

The Innocence Mission · 2010

42 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

Delicate melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a serene and contemplative listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene afternoon reflection
  • gentle melodies for quiet moments
  • steady flow with soft peaks
  • introspective listening for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer immediate emotional impact

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'My Room in the Trees' was released in 2010, The Innocence Mission had established themselves as a respected alternative rock band with a loyal following. This album marked their first release after a five-year hiatus since 'We Walked in Song' (2005), showcasing a return to their signature ethereal sound while exploring new lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Red House Painters· Sufjan Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rain (Setting Out in the Leaf Boat) 4:13
  • 2 The Happy Mondays 4:31
  • 3 God Is Love 3:37
  • 4 Gentle the Rain at Home 3:47
  • 5 Spring 3:57
  • 6 All the Weather 2:58
  • 7 Rhode Island 3:24
  • 8 North American Field Song 3:19
  • 9 Mile-Marker 2:02
  • 10 The Leaves Lift High 3:58
  • 11 I'd Follow If I Could 2:00
  • 12 The Melendys Go Abroad 1:31
  • 13 Shout for Joy 2:55

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