Scenes One Through Thirteen cover

Scenes One Through Thirteen

Hot Hot Heat · 2002

38 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A frenetic blend of angular guitars and infectious melodies that captures early 2000s indie energy.

Why this album works

'Scenes One Through Thirteen' received critical acclaim, particularly from outlets like Pitchfork, which praised its energetic style and catchy hooks. This album helped define the Canadian indie rock wave during the early 2000s and laid groundwork for the band’s later mainstream success.
Best for
steady energetic flow throughout short bursts of catchy hooks for upbeat gatherings
Context
Released on January 1, 2002, 'Scenes One Through Thirteen' was Hot Hot Heat's debut album, emerging as they transitioned from local Canadian acts to international recognition. The album set the stage for their unique sound and established them in the emerging indie rock scene of the early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Keep My Name Out of Your Mouth Standout 2:46
  • 2 Word to Water 2:04
  • 3 Haircut Economics 2:46
  • 4 The Case That They Gave Me 3:27
  • 5 Paco Pena 2:24
  • 6 Circus Maximus 3:07
  • 7 I Blew a Fuse in My Personality Standout 2:59
  • 8 Tokyo Vogue Standout 2:52
  • 9 Fashion Fight Pause 2:57
  • 10 Spelling Live Backwards 2:31
  • 11 Matador at the Door 2:47
  • 12 Tourist in Your Own Town 2:59
  • 13 You’re Ruining It for Everyone 4:23

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