Our Earthly Pleasures
Maxïmo Park · 2007
47 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-punk revival
A vibrant blend of sharp post-punk energy and introspective lyrics enveloped in catchy melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- steady pacing for focused listening
- introspective lyrics with playful energy
- for social gatherings
- mid-tempo flow for casual enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, sounds
- want instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Our Earthly Pleasures is Maxïmo Park's sophomore album, released in 2007 following their critically acclaimed debut, A Certain Trigger. At this point, the band was solidifying their place within the UK indie rock scene, building on their early success with a more polished sound while exploring deeper lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Interpol· Franz Ferdinand· The Futureheads
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Girls Who Play Guitars 3:12
- 2 Our Velocity 3:20
- 3 Books From Boxes 3:28
- 4 Russian Literature 3:07
- 5 Karaoke Plays 4:08
- 6 Your Urge 3:57
- 7 The Unshockable 3:16
- 8 By the Monument 2:59
- 9 Nosebleed 3:25
- 10 A Fortnight’s Time 3:01
- 11 Sandblasted and Set Free 3:58
- 12 Parisian Skies 4:05
- 13 Pride Before a Fall 3:13
- 14 Distance Makes 2:12
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