Oko Town cover

Oko Town

77 Bombay Street · 2012

51 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant tapestry of indie rock that weaves melodic hooks with reflective lyrics and a spirited folk influence.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Follow the Rain — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious melody and uplifting lyrics about resilience and hope, exemplifying the band's knack for catchy songwriting.
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    Oko Town — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album, combining whimsical storytelling with an upbeat rhythm that invites listeners into the band's imaginative world.
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    Wake Me Up — This song features a driving beat and introspective lyrics that explore themes of awakening and self-discovery, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside their musicality.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful melodies for sunny days
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • reflective moments during nature walks
  • sing-along choruses with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive experiences
  • seek heavy, intense emotional weight

Where this album fits

Career context
Oko Town is the fourth studio album by 77 Bombay Street, released in 2012 after their breakthrough success with the previous album, Little Heart. By this time, the band had established a solid following in Europe, notably in Germany and Switzerland, where they were gaining recognition for their catchy melodies and engaging live performances.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Garden

    The moment shifts from nostalgic reminiscence to a vivid description of growth and renewal within personal relationships.

    This transition emphasizes a journey from reflection to action, highlighting how past experiences shape current realities.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Follow the Rain 3:31
  • 2 Planet Earth 3:17
  • 3 Wake Me Up 3:40
  • 4 Low on Air 4:15
  • 5 Garden 3:48
  • 6 Oko Town 2:58
  • 7 Clown 3:46
  • 8 Angel 4:10
  • 9 Seeker 4:01
  • 10 Indian 3:44
  • 11 Rainbow 3:24
  • 12 Gladiator 3:47
  • 13 Johnny 3:35
  • 14 Gotta Get Home 3:53

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