Shore
Fleet Foxes · 2020
54 min · 15 tracks · folk rock
Ethereal harmonies and intricate instrumentation weave a tapestry of introspection and hope amidst nature's beauty.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective soundscapes for nature lovers hopeful melodies for quiet mornings
- Context
- With 'Shore', Fleet Foxes returned after a lengthy hiatus following their 2017 album, 'Crack-Up'. This release marked a transitional moment for the band as they embraced a more optimistic tone, reflecting not only personal experiences but also the collective anxieties of the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. The album showcases their evolution while retaining the lush folk-rock sound that first garnered them acclaim.
- If you like
- folk rock
Shore is an album by Fleet Foxes, released in 2020. Ethereal harmonies and intricate instrumentation weave a tapestry of introspection and hope amidst nature's beauty. 'Shore' debuted at number one on Billboard's Folk Albums chart and received widespread critical acclaim, being praised for its lyrical depth and musicality. The album's themes of nature and resilience resonated particularly during the global health crisis, positioning it as a significant cultural artifact of 2020. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shore sound like?
Ethereal harmonies and intricate instrumentation weave a tapestry of introspection and hope amidst nature's beauty. Rooted in folk rock.
What makes Shore by Fleet Foxes notable?
'Shore' debuted at number one on Billboard's Folk Albums chart and received widespread critical acclaim, being praised for its lyrical depth and musicality. The album's themes of nature and resilience resonated particularly during the global health crisis, positioning it as a significant cultural artifact of 2020. With 'Shore', Fleet Foxes returned after a lengthy hiatus following their 2017 album, 'Crack-Up'. This release marked a transitional moment for the band as they embraced a more optimistic tone, reflecting not only personal experiences but also the collective anxieties of the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. The album showcases their evolution while retaining the lush folk-rock sound that first garnered them acclaim.
Who is Shore for?
Shore works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, introspective soundscapes for nature lovers and hopeful melodies for quiet mornings.
How many songs are on Shore?
Shore has 15 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Wading in Waist‐high Water Standout 2:15
- 2 Sunblind 4:13
- 3 Can I Believe You Standout 4:04
- 4 Jara 4:09
- 5 Featherweight 3:50
- 6 A Long Way Past the Past 3:59
- 7 For a Week or Two 2:11
- 8 Maestranza 3:03
- 9 Young Man’s Game 3:11
- 10 I’m Not My Season 3:11
- 11 Quiet Air / Gioia Standout 4:27
- 12 Going‐to‐the‐Sun Road 3:58
- 13 Thymia 2:22
- 14 Cradling Mother, Cradling Woman 5:10
- 15 Shore 4:19
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