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Prisoner

The Jezabels · 2011

55 min · 13 tracks · indie pop · indie rock

Ethereal melodies and atmospheric instrumentation create a sweeping landscape of longing and introspection.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim and peaked at number two on the ARIA Albums Chart, signaling a strong commercial debut. Its blend of atmospheric pop and rock elements resonated with audiences, influencing subsequent indie acts and contributing to the rise of Australian indie music worldwide.
Best for
long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
Context
Released on September 16, 2011, 'Prisoner' was The Jezabels' debut full-length album following their successful EPs. By this time, they had garnered attention in Australia’s indie music scene and were building momentum internationally, setting the stage for their evolution as a prominent indie band.
Stylistic neighbors
Clairo· Ellie Goulding· Girl in red

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Prisoner Standout 4:12
  • 2 Endless Summer Standout 4:11
  • 3 Long Highway 6:02
  • 4 Trycolour 5:14
  • 5 Rosebud 4:15
  • 6 City Girl 5:24
  • 7 Nobody Nowhere 2:44
  • 8 Horsehead 4:29
  • 9 Austerlitz Standout 3:04
  • 10 Deep Wide Ocean 4:44
  • 11 Peace of Mind 4:00
  • 12 Reprise 0:56
  • 13 Catch Me 5:45

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