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Paradise State of Mind

Foster the People · 2024

47 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of indie pop and alternative rock teeming with vibrant melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    See You in the Afterlife Start here — This opening track sets the tone with ethereal synths and contemplative lyrics, immediately pulling listeners into the album's thematic exploration of existence beyond the physical realm.
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    Paradise State of Mind — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, intertwining catchy hooks with deeper reflections on escapism and personal freedom, making it a standout anthem for modern existential musings.
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    Chasing Low Vibrations — This track features infectious grooves and a danceable rhythm while addressing themes of negativity and self-empowerment, showcasing the band's signature blend of fun and depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • infectious melodies for sing-alongs
  • mid-tempo flow for easy listening
  • introspective themes during quiet times
  • vibrant soundscapes for mood elevation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • seek standalone hits over cohesion

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and innovation in sound during the artist's later phase.
Career context
Released on August 16, 2024, 'Paradise State of Mind' marks Foster the People's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Sacred Hearts Club' from 2017. This album emerges during a period of artistic experimentation for the band as they embrace a more psychedelic sound while maintaining their pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Passion Pit· MGMT· Empire of the Sun
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Lost in Space

    A shift from hopeful verses to a chorus that questions one’s purpose, creating a dynamic contrast between aspiration and uncertainty.

Tracklist

  • 1 See You in the Afterlife Start here 3:09
  • 2 Lost in Space 4:19
  • 3 Take Me Back 2:33
  • 4 Let Go 4:34
  • 5 Feed Me 3:39
  • 6 Paradise State of Mind 4:48
  • 7 Glitchzig 5:28
  • 8 The Holy Shangri-La 4:13
  • 9 Sometimes I Wanna Be Bad 3:02
  • 10 Chasing Low Vibrations 3:24
  • 11 A Diamond to Be Born 4:26
  • 12 Rabies Shmabies 4:20

What to play next

Sacred Hearts Club
Listen next

Sacred Hearts Club

2017

Continues the vibrant indie pop sound with deeper explorations of themes.
Supermodel
Go back to

Supermodel

2014

Sets the stage with a mix of introspection and eclectic sounds.
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alternative rock indie pop

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