Why this album works
This album solidified Ben Lee's presence in the indie music landscape, with tracks like 'How to Survive a Broken Heart' receiving significant airplay on alternative radio. The album's candid songwriting and catchy melodies garnered positive reviews, contributing to Lee’s reputation as a leading voice of 90s indie pop.
- Best for
- steady reflections on youthful uncertainty intimate moments for solitary listening thoughtful musings during quiet evenings
- Context
- Released in early 1997, 'Something to Remember Me By' was Ben Lee's second studio album, following his debut 'Grandpaw Would.' At this point in his career, Lee was transitioning from a young artist with a cult following into a more recognized figure in the indie pop scene, particularly after gaining attention from his work with the band Noise Addict.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jordana· Ellie Goulding· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How to Survive a Broken Heart Standout 2:49
- 2 Deep Talk in the Shallow End Standout 2:47
- 3 New Song 3:53
- 4 Eight Years Old Standout 3:47
- 5 Career Choice 3:58
- 6 Ketchum 4:54
- 7 Daisy 5:36
- 8 My Drifting Nature 2:39
- 9 2 Sisters 4:51
- 10 A Month Today 1:31
- 11 Household Name 3:24
- 12 Grammercy Park Hotel 5:42
- 13 End of the World 3:13
- 14 Long Train Ride 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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