Picaresque
The Decemberists · 2005
53 min · 11 tracks · art rock
A vibrant tapestry of literary narratives and eclectic instrumentation that dances between whimsy and melancholy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- contemplative storytelling moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Decemberists were gaining momentum with 'Picaresque', their third studio album, following the acclaim of 'Her Majesty the Decemberists' released in 2003. This album marked a significant leap in their artistic ambitions, expanding their storytelling prowess and sonic experimentation while solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Infanta 5:07
- 2 We Both Go Down Together 3:04
- 3 Eli, the Barrow Boy 3:11
- 4 The Sporting Life 4:38
- 5 The Bagman’s Gambit 7:02
- 6 From My Own True Love (Lost at Sea) 3:42
- 7 16 Military Wives 4:52
- 8 The Engine Driver 4:15
- 9 On the Bus Mall 6:04
- 10 The Mariner’s Revenge Song 8:45
- 11 Of Angels and Angles 2:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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