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Pikul

Silversun Pickups · 2005

36 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock

A lush blend of dreamy melodies and expansive soundscapes underscored by gritty guitar riffs and introspective lyrics.

Why this album works

'Pikul' garnered significant attention within the indie music community, helping the band establish a foothold in the alternative rock genre. The EP received positive reviews from critics, contributing to their breakout success with subsequent releases and chart placements on Billboard's Heatseekers chart.
Best for
steady mid-tempo listening experience dreamy melodies for introspection guitar-driven soundscape exploration
Context
Released in January 2005, 'Pikul' was Silversun Pickups' debut EP, marking their entry into the alternative rock scene. The band had just formed in 2000 and spent the early years developing their sound, leading to this pivotal release that set the stage for their later success.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kissing Families Standout 4:50
  • 2 Comeback Kid Standout 4:10
  • 3 Booksmart Devil 4:26
  • 4 The Fuzz 5:54
  • 5 Creation Lake 3:43
  • 6 ...All the Go Inbetweens Standout 7:49
  • 22 [silence] 0:44
  • 23 Sci-Fi Lullaby 5:00

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