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Ornaments from the Silver Arcade

Young Knives · 2011

39 min · 11 tracks · indie rock · art rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and indie sounds, underscored by lyrical wit and melodic intricacy.

Ornaments from the Silver Arcade is an album by Young Knives, released in 2011. A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and indie sounds, underscored by lyrical wit and melodic intricacy. The album received generally positive reviews, with outlets like NME highlighting its blend of catchy melodies and sharp lyrics. It marked a continuation of Young Knives' influence within the UK indie scene, showcasing their ability to evolve while still appealing to a dedicated fanbase. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ornaments from the Silver Arcade sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and indie sounds, underscored by lyrical wit and melodic intricacy. Rooted in indie rock and art rock.

What makes Ornaments from the Silver Arcade by Young Knives notable?

The album received generally positive reviews, with outlets like NME highlighting its blend of catchy melodies and sharp lyrics. It marked a continuation of Young Knives' influence within the UK indie scene, showcasing their ability to evolve while still appealing to a dedicated fanbase. Released in 2011, 'Ornaments from the Silver Arcade' is Young Knives' third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Superabundance' from 2008. At this point, the band was refining their distinctive sound while maintaining their quirky, narrative-driven approach to songwriting, solidifying their place in the indie rock scene.

How many songs are on Ornaments from the Silver Arcade?

Ornaments from the Silver Arcade has 11 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·39:25

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

  • 1 Love My Name Standout 3:13
  • 2 Woman 3:46
  • 3 Everything Falls Into Place Standout 3:05
  • 4 Human Again 3:41
  • 5 Running From a Standing Start 3:10
  • 6 Sister Frideswide Standout 3:58
  • 7 Vision in Rags 3:28
  • 8 Go to Ground 3:59
  • 9 Silver Tongue 3:38
  • 10 Storm Clouds 2:32
  • 11 Glasshouse 4:50

Release Date

April 4, 2011

Genre

art rock, indie rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

39 min 25 sec