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Released 20 years ago

Paper Television

The Blow · 2006

30 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A playful blend of lo-fi beats and clever lyrics that captures the whimsical essence of indie pop.

Top tracks — play these first

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    True Affection — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the album's theme of love intertwined with humor and irony.
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    The Long List of Girls — Featuring a candid exploration of relationships and identity, this song showcases Maricich's lyrical wit while maintaining an infectious melody.
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    Fists Up — A bold anthem that combines an upbeat tempo with evocative lyrics about empowerment and solidarity, reflecting a deeper social consciousness within the album's playful surface.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • True Affection

    The bridge shifts to a moment of vulnerability, contrasting the upbeat tone with deeper emotional introspection.

    This transition adds complexity to the song's narrative, revealing layers of emotional depth that challenge the initial lightheartedness.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pile of Gold 2:12
  • 2 Parentheses 3:33
  • 3 The Big U 2:32
  • 4 The Long List of Girls 2:55
  • 5 Bonjour jeune fille 2:50
  • 6 Babay (Eat a Critter, Feel Its Wrath) 3:09
  • 7 Eat Your Heart Up 2:14
  • 8 Pardon Me 3:13
  • 9 Fists Up 4:14
  • 10 True Affection 3:23

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