Replica Sun Machine cover

Replica Sun Machine

The Shortwave Set · 2008

39 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of melodic pop and intricate electronic textures wrapped in a nostalgic haze of longing and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Harmonia — The opening track sets a whimsical tone with its airy instrumentation and captivating harmonies, establishing the album's ethereal atmosphere.
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    Glitches 'n' Bugs — This track highlights the band's playful approach to songwriting, fusing quirky lyrics with upbeat rhythms that exemplify their experimental pop sensibility.
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    Sun Machine — The title track serves as a centerpiece of the album, blending reflective lyrics with rich sonic layers that encapsulate the overall theme of nostalgia.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • House of Lies

    The lyrics shift from direct statements to rhetorical questions about trust and truth.

    This transition adds an element of introspection and uncertainty that enhances the song's exploration of deception.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Harmonia 2:54
  • 2 Glitches 'n' Bugs 3:28
  • 3 Replica 4:45
  • 4 House of Lies 3:29
  • 5 Now Til '69 4:28
  • 6 Distant Daze 2:03
  • 7 No Social 2:53
  • 8 Yesterdays to Come 3:50
  • 9 I Know 4:15
  • 10 Sun Machine 4:05
  • 11 The Downer Song 3:04

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