Neck of the Woods
Silversun Pickups · 2012
59 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Melancholic melodies intertwine with swirling guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that evokes introspection and longing.
Why this album works
'Neck of the Woods' debuted at number six on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from critics, who praised its sonic depth. The album's single, 'Bloody Mary (Nerve Endings)', further solidified the band's presence in the alternative rock scene, showcasing their ability to craft catchy yet atmospheric tracks. This record contributed to the band's reputation for consistently delivering thought-provoking music.
- Best for
- steady pacing with emotional depth introspective moments for reflection lush soundscapes for solitude
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Neck of the Woods' is Silversun Pickups' third studio album, following their breakout success with 'Swoon' in 2009. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound, which blended dreamy alternative rock with dense instrumentation. The album represents a maturation in their artistic expression, as they explored darker themes and more complex arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Lana Del Rey· Moby· Linkin Park· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth· Beck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Skin Graph Standout 6:02
- 2 Make Believe Standout 5:13
- 3 Bloody Mary (Nerve Endings) Standout 5:10
- 4 Busy Bees 5:39
- 5 Here We Are (Chancer) 4:47
- 6 Mean Spirits 4:49
- 7 Simmer 6:50
- 8 The Pit 4:41
- 9 Dots and Dashes (Enough Already) 5:08
- 10 Gun‐Shy Sunshine 5:37
- 11 Out of Breath 5:02
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