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Queens of the Summer Hotel

Aimee Mann · 2021

40 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · new wave

Introspective melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, capturing the complexities of human connection and loss.

Why this album works

The album has been well-received, earning a place on multiple year-end lists and showcasing Mann's continued relevance in the alternative rock scene. Its lyrical exploration of mental health and personal narratives resonates deeply, further solidifying her influence as a songwriter.
Best for
steady pacing for focused listening introspective moments of reflection poignant narratives on human connection
Context
Released on November 5, 2021, 'Queens of the Summer Hotel' is Aimee Mann's first studio album since 2017's 'Mental Illness', marking a return after a four-year hiatus. This period saw Mann exploring new thematic depths while maintaining her signature observational lyricism and melodic craftsmanship.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Fall 3:35
  • 2 Robert Lowell and Sylvia Plath Standout 3:13
  • 3 Give Me Fifteen 2:42
  • 4 At the Frick Museum 3:03
  • 5 Home by Now 1:35
  • 6 Checks 0:34
  • 7 Little Chameleon 1:44
  • 8 You Don’t Have the Room Standout 4:06
  • 9 Suicide Is Murder Standout 4:14
  • 10 You Could Have Been a Roosevelt 2:07
  • 11 Burn It Out 2:57
  • 12 In Mexico 3:33
  • 13 Check (reprise) 0:57
  • 14 You’re Lost 2:16
  • 15 I See You 3:36

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