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Sky Eats Airplane

Sky Eats Airplane · 2008

44 min · 11 tracks · punk

A frenetic blend of post-hardcore energy and ethereal melodies that captures the chaos of youth.

Why this album works

The album garnered attention for its innovative fusion of genres, helping to push the boundaries of post-hardcore and metalcore during the late 2000s. It received positive reviews from critics, with specific praise for its ambitious production and eclectic sound, making it influential within the underground scene and earning a place on several year-end lists for best albums.
Career context
Sky Eats Airplane's self-titled album, released in 2008, marked their second full-length effort following their debut, 'Everything Perfect on the Wrong Day' in 2006. The band was transitioning into a more defined sound, incorporating electronic elements alongside their punk rock roots. This release came during a period of lineup changes, with core members solidifying their musical direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Flatfoot 56· NOFX· Mongol Shuudan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction 0:37
  • 2 Long Walks on Short Bridges Standout 4:17
  • 3 Transparent Standout 6:04
  • 4 Numbers 3:40
  • 5 World Between Us Standout 4:51
  • 6 Photographic Memory 4:33
  • 7 In Retrospect 3:35
  • 8 The Artificial 5:59
  • 9 Disconnected 3:24
  • 10 Machines 1:24
  • 11 Alias 5:43

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