Robbers & Cowards
Cold War Kids · 2006
52 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
Raw, gritty instrumentation blends with soulful vocals to create an urgent indie rock experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in January 2006, 'Robbers & Cowards' was Cold War Kids' debut album, a pivotal moment that introduced their distinctive sound to the indie rock scene. The album came after the band's formation in 2004 and set the stage for their subsequent rise in popularity, culminating in a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock
Robbers & Cowards is an album by Cold War Kids, released in 2006. Raw, gritty instrumentation blends with soulful vocals to create an urgent indie rock experience. 'Robbers & Cowards' received significant attention for its unique blend of bluesy rock and introspective lyrics, charting on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums. The single 'Hang Me Up to Dry' became particularly influential, earning spots on various music charts and solidifying the band's presence in the mid-2000s indie music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Robbers & Cowards sound like?
Raw, gritty instrumentation blends with soulful vocals to create an urgent indie rock experience. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Robbers & Cowards by Cold War Kids notable?
'Robbers & Cowards' received significant attention for its unique blend of bluesy rock and introspective lyrics, charting on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums. The single 'Hang Me Up to Dry' became particularly influential, earning spots on various music charts and solidifying the band's presence in the mid-2000s indie music landscape. Released in January 2006, 'Robbers & Cowards' was Cold War Kids' debut album, a pivotal moment that introduced their distinctive sound to the indie rock scene. The album came after the band's formation in 2004 and set the stage for their subsequent rise in popularity, culminating in a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.
Who is Robbers & Cowards for?
Robbers & Cowards works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Robbers & Cowards?
Robbers & Cowards has 12 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Used to Vacation Standout 4:01
- 2 Hang Me Up to Dry Standout 3:38
- 3 Tell Me in the Morning 3:37
- 4 Hair Down 3:40
- 5 Passing the Hat 3:25
- 6 Saint John Standout 3:26
- 7 Robbers 3:39
- 8 Hospital Beds 4:39
- 9 Pregnant 3:58
- 10 Red Wine, Success! 2:36
- 11 God, Make Up Your Mind 4:46
- 12 Rubidoux / Sermons vs. The Gospel (demo) 11:02
Release Date
January 1, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
52 min 33 sec
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