Small Planes
The Innocence Mission · 2001
34 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Whimsical melodies and intimate vocals create a serene soundscape that evokes a sense of longing and reflection.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from critics for its gentle sound and lyrical depth, helping to reinforce The Innocence Mission's reputation within the indie music scene. Its understated charm contributed to a cult following, influencing contemporaries in the folk and alternative genres, though it did not achieve mainstream commercial success.
- Best for
- gentle resolutions after long days whimsical melodies for introspection short tracks for quick reflections
- Context
- By the time 'Small Planes' was released in 2001, The Innocence Mission had already established themselves with three albums since their debut in 1999. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'Birds of My Neighborhood' and continued to showcase their ethereal sound and introspective lyricism, further solidifying their unique place in alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Linkin Park· Green Day· R.E.M.· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rooftop Standout 1:57
- 2 Too Early to Say 3:20
- 3 Migration Standout 4:14
- 4 Today 3:40
- 5 The Girl on My Left 2:21
- 6 Song About Traveling 3:44
- 7 Oh Do Not Fly Away 2:48
- 8 I Left the Grounds 1:15
- 9 Some Clear Joy Is Coming Standout 3:31
- 10 Small Planes 4:31
- 11 I Have Loved You 3:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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