Stampede
Orville Peck · 2024
50 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alternative rock and country, featuring lush melodies intertwined with poignant storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other — This track serves as a bold statement on love and identity, subverting traditional cowboy imagery with humor and vulnerability.
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Chemical Sunset — The song's haunting melody and introspective lyrics capture a feeling of yearning that resonates throughout the album, blending melancholy with beauty.
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You’re an Asshole, I Can’t Stand You (And I Want a Divorce) — This track stands out for its raw honesty and sharp wit, providing a refreshing take on relationship dynamics while maintaining Peck's signature style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- playful narratives with heart
- evening drive with friends
- conversational storytelling vibes
- nostalgic reflections on love
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Orville Peck released 'Stampede' in August 2024, he was building on the success of his critically acclaimed debut album, 'Pony', which established him as a unique voice in country music. This album represents a significant evolution in his sound, embracing more diverse influences and broader themes while solidifying his artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sturgill Simpson· Angel Olsen· Kacey Musgraves
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Chemical Sunset
In the chorus, the imagery shifts from vibrant colors to darker shades, capturing the transition from hope to despair.
This moment employs vivid contrasts to illustrate internal conflict, enhancing the emotional weight of the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other 3:38
- 2 The Hurtin’ Kind 3:06
- 3 Saturday Night’s Alright (For Fighting) 4:11
- 4 Back at Your Door 3:32
- 5 Chemical Sunset 2:34
- 6 Death Valley High 2:40
- 7 How Far Will We Take It? 2:52
- 8 Miénteme 3:10
- 9 Papa Was a Rodeo 4:19
- 10 Midnight Ride 3:31
- 11 Ever You’re Gone 3:52
- 12 You’re an Asshole, I Can’t Stand You (And I Want a Divorce) 3:13
- 13 Where Are We Now? 3:38
- 14 Conquer the Heart 3:01
- 15 Rhinestone Cowboy 3:13
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