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Now the Day Is Over

The Innocence Mission · 2004

30 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A tender collection of lullabies blending folk simplicity with dreamlike melodies and gentle instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gentle lullabies for winding down
  • ideal for quiet evening reflection
  • soft melodies for peaceful moments
  • tender soundscapes for cozy nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy engagement
  • prefer longer, expansive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Now the Day Is Over' was released in 2004, The Innocence Mission had established themselves as a poignant force in alternative rock, following their critically acclaimed album 'Birds of My Neighborhood' from 2003. This album represented a further exploration into soft, introspective music while solidifying their signature sound characterized by delicate instrumentation and ethereal vocals.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Red House Painters· Sufjan Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stay Awake 3:24
  • 2 Over the Rainbow 2:55
  • 3 What a Wonderful World 2:54
  • 4 Moon River 2:48
  • 5 Somewhere a Star Shines for Everyone 1:37
  • 6 Prelude in A 2:01
  • 7 Once Upon a Summertime 2:13
  • 8 My Love Goes With You 2:52
  • 9 Edelweiss 2:16
  • 10 Sonata No. 8 1:53
  • 11 By-Lo 1:13
  • 12 It Is Well With My Soul 1:19
  • 13 Now the Day Is Over 2:39

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