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Science Fiction

Brand New · 2017

61 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and expansive soundscapes that encapsulate existential themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional fluctuations
  • haunting introspection and exploration
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • long reflective listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone radio hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 17, 2017, 'Science Fiction' is Brand New's fifth and final studio album, arriving after an eight-year hiatus since 'Daisy' in 2009. At this point in their career, the band was grappling with both their legacy and the pressures of a devoted fanbase, making this release a significant reflection on their evolution.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lit Me Up 6:16
  • 2 Can't Get It Out 3:42
  • 3 Waste 4:36
  • 4 Could Never Be Heaven 3:16
  • 5 Same Logic/Teeth 5:34
  • 6 137 5:01
  • 7 Out of Mana 5:14
  • 8 In the Water 6:52
  • 9 Desert 3:37
  • 10 No Control 3:55
  • 11 451 4:53
  • 12 Batter Up 8:27

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