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Staring Down the Brilliant Dream

Indigo Girls · 2010

130 min · 31 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · American folk music

A rich tapestry of harmonies woven with introspective lyrics and acoustic instrumentation that reflects a journey of personal and collective growth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • reflective moments for personal growth
  • acoustic warmth for intimate settings
  • for long road trips
  • singer-songwriter storytelling vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Staring Down the Brilliant Dream' was released in 2010, Indigo Girls were well-established figures in folk music, having begun their career in the late 1980s. This album marks a continuation of their exploration into themes of love, loss, and social justice, following their acclaimed 2006 release 'Despite Our Differences'. Their musical evolution is evident as they incorporate more polished production techniques while retaining their signature storytelling style.
Stylistic neighbors
The Civil Wars· Brandi Carlile· Dar Williams

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Heartache for Everyone 3:22
  • 2 Closer to Fine 4:22
  • 3 Go 4:14
  • 4 Come on Home 4:43
  • 5 Devotion 3:26
  • 6 Cold Beer and Remote Control 3:55
  • 7 Moment of Forgiveness 3:17
  • 8 Fill It Up Again 3:50
  • 9 Sugar Tongue 3:48
  • 10 Fly Away 3:23
  • 11 Ozilline 4:18
  • 12 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 3:24
  • 13 Kid Fears 4:26
  • 14 Watershed 4:53
  • 15 Shame on You 4:35

Disc 2

  • 1 Get Out the Map 3:34
  • 2 Salty South 4:44
  • 3 The Wood Song 3:58
  • 4 Three County Highway 3:43
  • 5 Digging for Your Dream 4:26
  • 6 Rock and Roll Heaven’s Gate 3:16
  • 7 I Believe in Love 3:41
  • 8 Fugitive 4:54
  • 9 Cordova 4:28
  • 10 What Are You Like 2:50
  • 11 Second Time Around 4:41
  • 12 Love of Our Lives 3:45
  • 13 Become You 4:03
  • 14 Prince of Darkness 5:20
  • 15 Tether 6:31
  • 16 Wild Horses 6:20

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