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Sirens

Nine Black Alps · 2012

38 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of gritty guitars and melodic hooks, this album captures the raw energy of alternative rock with a touch of introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Be My Girl — This opening track establishes the album's energetic tone with its infectious chorus and driving guitar riffs, encapsulating the band's signature sound.
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    Phosphorescence — With its atmospheric build-up and introspective lyrics, this track stands out for its lyrical depth and sonic exploration, reflecting a more mature side of the band.
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    Waiting Room — This song combines urgency with a reflective lyricism, offering a poignant look at themes of uncertainty and longing while showcasing the band's dynamic range.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of reflective energy
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • late-night introspective moments
  • quick tracks for busy days

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want polished, smooth production

Where this album fits

Career context
'Sirens' was Nine Black Alps' third studio album, released in 2012, following their previous work 'Locked Out from the Inside.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transitional phase, seeking to refine their sound while maintaining the energetic essence that defined their earlier releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Biffy Clyro· The Cribs· We Are Scientists

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Be My Girl 2:18
  • 2 Don’t Forget to Breathe 2:42
  • 3 My One and Only 3:11
  • 4 Phosphorescence 3:53
  • 5 Living in a Dream 1:54
  • 6 Waiting Room 3:44
  • 7 Hand Me Down 2:45
  • 8 Penny Cinderella 2:46
  • 9 Away From Me 3:11
  • 10 Find It My Own Way 3:05
  • 11 What You Wanted 3:54
  • 12 Another World 4:39

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