Submarine Bells cover

Submarine Bells

The Chills · 1990

36 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A shimmering blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics wrapped in a dreamy, melodic haze.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • dreamy, melodic background ambiance
  • contemplative late-night vibes
  • gentle emotional explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Submarine Bells' was The Chills’ third album and marked their return after a five-year hiatus following 'Brave Words'. By this time, the band had solidified their sound, drawing on influences from both the Dunedin sound and broader alternative rock, positioning them as key figures within the New Zealand music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heavenly Pop Hit 3:28
  • 2 Tied Up in Chain 3:16
  • 3 The Oncoming Day 3:06
  • 4 Part Past Part Fiction 2:56
  • 5 Singing in My Sleep 2:40
  • 6 I SOAR 3:05
  • 7 Dead Web 2:16
  • 8 Familiarity Breeds Contempt 3:21
  • 9 Don’t Be—Memory 4:46
  • 10 Effloresce and Deliquesce 2:45
  • 11 Sweet Times 0:42
  • 12 Submarine Bells 3:41

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