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Noenemies

Flobots · 2017

56 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

An eclectic blend of alternative rock and social commentary, rich with orchestral layers and thought-provoking lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Blood in the River — This track encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resilience through a powerful narrative about societal challenges and personal loss.
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    American Dreams — A poignant critique of the American ideal, this song combines catchy melodies with incisive lyrics that challenge conventional notions of success.
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    Rattle the Cage — This track stands out for its high energy and defiant lyrics, encouraging listeners to confront injustice and provoke change.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with interludes
  • poetic reflections on social issues
  • confrontational yet optimistic themes
  • wave-like pacing with contrasts
  • engaging narrative through tracks

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification
  • avoid thematic depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2017, Noenemies is Flobots' fourth studio album, following their 2010 release, Survival Story. The band experienced lineup changes prior to this album, which influenced their sound and thematic focus. This record marked a continued evolution in their approach to blending music with activism.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Failure Games

    The bridge shifts from abstract concepts of failure to a direct call for personal accountability, urging listeners to take action against systemic issues.

    This transition emphasizes individual agency amidst collective struggles, reinforcing the album's message of empowerment.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Philia (prelude) 0:37
  • 2 Failure Games 3:46
  • 3 Blood in the River 5:38
  • 4 Carousel 3:59
  • 5 Quarantine 3:36
  • 6 American Dreams 4:17
  • 7 Rattle the Cage 3:50
  • 8 Buried Alive 3:55
  • 9 Dancing in the Light of a Burning City (Phoenixes) 3:09
  • 10 Antioch (interlude) 0:53
  • 11 Pray 3:42
  • 12 Voices of the Dead 4:53
  • 13 Temimut (interlude) 0:45
  • 14 Related 5:07
  • 15 Hurqalya (postlude) 3:40
  • 16 Sleeping Giant 4:16

What to play next

The Circle in the Square
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