Phases
39 min · 12 tracks · pop rock
A reflective blend of folk-infused pop, where haunting melodies contrast with intimate, poignant lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fly On Your Wall — This opening track sets the tone with its delicate instrumentation and introspective lyrics that explore themes of vulnerability and observation.
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California — A standout track that captures a sense of longing and nostalgia with its lush harmonies and vivid storytelling about personal connections to place.
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Tougher Than the Rest — Olsen's cover of this Bruce Springsteen classic highlights her ability to reinterpret established narratives while infusing them with her unique emotional resonance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration
- intimate melodies for reflection
- tender moments of vulnerability
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Phases is Angel Olsen's first compilation album, following her critically acclaimed third studio album, My Woman. This collection showcases a range of previously unreleased tracks and B-sides from her earlier works, reflecting her evolution as an artist at a pivotal point in her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sharon Van Etten· Julien Baker· Phoebe Bridgers
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sweet Dreams
The narrative shifts from hopeful reflections to stark realizations about past relationships.
This transition showcases Olsen's skill in contrasting dreams with harsh realities, deepening the emotional complexity of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fly On Your Wall 3:38
- 2 Special 7:21
- 3 Only With You 2:35
- 4 All Right Now 2:59
- 5 Sans 2:34
- 6 Sweet Dreams 3:11
- 7 California 3:50
- 8 Tougher Than the Rest 3:31
- 9 For You 1:54
- 10 How Many Disasters 2:43
- 11 May as Well 2:39
- 12 Endless Road 2:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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