Our Love to Admire
Interpol · 2007
47 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-punk revival
A brooding tapestry of post-punk rhythms and atmospheric melodies envelops introspective lyrics throughout the album.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Our Love to Admire, released on July 10, 2007, marks Interpol's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed release Antics in 2004. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene, navigating the pressures of success while trying to evolve their sound without losing their distinctive identity. The album reflects a maturation in their approach to songwriting and production.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, post-punk revival
Our Love to Admire is an album by Interpol, released in 2007. A brooding tapestry of post-punk rhythms and atmospheric melodies envelops introspective lyrics throughout the album. The album debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Interpol's continued commercial appeal after their earlier successes. It received generally favorable reviews from critics, with publications like Pitchfork noting its ambitious sound and lyrical depth, which helped cement Interpol's role in the post-punk revival movement of the 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Our Love to Admire sound like?
A brooding tapestry of post-punk rhythms and atmospheric melodies envelops introspective lyrics throughout the album. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Our Love to Admire by Interpol notable?
The album debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Interpol's continued commercial appeal after their earlier successes. It received generally favorable reviews from critics, with publications like Pitchfork noting its ambitious sound and lyrical depth, which helped cement Interpol's role in the post-punk revival movement of the 2000s. Our Love to Admire, released on July 10, 2007, marks Interpol's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed release Antics in 2004. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene, navigating the pressures of success while trying to evolve their sound without losing their distinctive identity. The album reflects a maturation in their approach to songwriting and production.
Who is Our Love to Admire for?
Our Love to Admire works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Our Love to Admire?
Our Love to Admire has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pioneer to the Falls Standout 5:41
- 2 No I in Threesome Standout 3:51
- 3 The Scale 3:24
- 4 The Heinrich Maneuver Standout 3:28
- 5 Mammoth 4:13
- 6 Pace Is the Trick 4:37
- 7 All Fired Up 3:35
- 8 Rest My Chemistry 5:00
- 9 Who Do You Think 3:13
- 10 Wrecking Ball 4:33
- 11 The Lighthouse 5:24
Release Date
July 10, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
47 min 3 sec
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