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Now for Plan A

The Tragically Hip · 2012

39 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · hard rock

A reflective blend of storytelling and melodic rock, shaped by poignant lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with reflective moments
  • poignant storytelling for introspection
  • ideal for evening unwinding
  • melodic tunes for thoughtful listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'Now for Plan A' was The Tragically Hip's thirteenth studio album, coming after their acclaimed record 'We Are the Same' (2009). At this point in their career, the band faced growing health concerns for lead singer Gord Downie, which would later influence their artistic direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Blue Rodeo· The Weakerthans· Gord Downie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 At Transformation 3:43
  • 2 Man Machine Poem 3:52
  • 3 The Lookahead 2:27
  • 4 We Want to Be It 3:28
  • 5 Streets Ahead 3:27
  • 6 Now for Plan A 5:08
  • 7 The Modern Spirit 3:22
  • 8 About This Map 3:48
  • 9 Take Forever 3:10
  • 10 Done and Done 2:52
  • 11 Goodnight Attawapiskat 4:06

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