Scattered
The Handsome Family · 2010
63 min · 19 tracks · alternative country · Americana
A haunting blend of Americana and alternative country, where narratives intertwine with melancholy melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- haunting narratives of melancholy
- for reflective afternoons
- immersive storytelling through song
- subtle emotional shifts throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2010, The Handsome Family had established themselves in the Americana scene with several albums under their belt. 'Scattered' was their sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Honey Moon' (2009), showcasing their continued evolution in storytelling and sound. This release also came after a period of increased visibility thanks to features in popular media.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Civil Wars· Sufjan Stevens· Neko Case
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Lost Soul 3:22
- 2 When it Rains 2:26
- 3 Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues 5:39
- 4 Snowball 2:17
- 5 Ain't No Grave 2:54
- 6 Little Buddy 3:57
- 7 Eleanor Rigby 2:46
- 8 A Plague of Humans 3:01
- 9 Famous Blue Raincoat 5:08
- 10 Drinking Beer on the Roof 3:24
- 11 Telephones and Telescopes 3:07
- 12 Lost Highway 3:00
- 13 Honcho 1:59
- 14 The Blizzard 3:32
- 15 What does the Deep Sea Say? 3:37
- 16 Tranquilized 2:56
- 17 June Bugs (alternate mix) 3:37
- 18 One Way Up (4-track demo) 2:38
- 19 Claire Said (rehearsal tape) 4:30
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