Silent Alarm
Bloc Party · 2005
157 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
A frenetic blend of angular guitars and introspective lyrics that captures the pulse of mid-2000s indie rock.
Why this album works
'Silent Alarm' received widespread critical acclaim upon release, featuring prominently in numerous year-end lists. It peaked at number four on the UK Albums Chart and was nominated for the Mercury Prize, solidifying Bloc Party's influence in the early 2000s indie rock movement.
- Career context
- Released on February 2, 2005, 'Silent Alarm' marked Bloc Party's debut album, following the success of their initial EP, 'Bloc Party'. The album positioned them as key players in the post-punk revival scene, showcasing their unique sound as they transitioned from underground buzz to mainstream recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Muse· Manic Street Preachers· Ellie Goulding· Gorillaz· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Like Eating Glass 4:21
- 2 Helicopter Standout 3:40
- 3 Positive Tension 3:55
- 4 Banquet Standout 3:21
- 5 Blue Light 2:47
- 6 She’s Hearing Voices 3:29
- 7 This Modern Love Standout 4:25
- 8 The Pioneers 3:35
- 9 Price of Gasoline 4:19
- 10 So Here We Are 3:52
- 11 Luno 3:57
- 12 Plans 4:10
- 13 Compliments 4:42
- 14 Little Thoughts 3:29
- 15 Two More Years 4:26
Disc 2
- 1 God Bless Bloc Party Documentary 45:08
- 2 Like Eating Glass 5:11
- 3 Banquet Standout 3:59
- 4 Blue Light 2:54
- 5 Luno 4:00
- 6 Little Thoughts 4:24
- 7 Banquet (2004) 3:25
- 8 Little Thoughts 3:10
- 9 Tulips 3:37
- 10 Helicopter Standout 3:42
- 11 So Here We Are 3:54
- 12 Banquet (2005) 3:14
- 13 The Pioneers 3:39
- 14 Two More Years 4:00
- 15 Banquet (The Streets mix) 4:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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