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Superabundance

Young Knives · 2008

68 min · 18 tracks · indie rock · art rock

A vibrant blend of art rock and indie pop, brimming with quirky energy and sharp lyrical wit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quirky energy for lively moments
  • dynamic flow with playful surprises
  • wave-like pacing for engaged listening
  • extended climax rewarding patience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, fast-paced tracks
  • not into lyrical wit

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon releasing 'Superabundance' in March 2008, Young Knives were consolidating their position in the UK music scene after their acclaimed debut, 'Voices of Animals and Men.' This album followed a period of growing recognition, as they had recently been nominated for the Mercury Prize, marking a pivotal point in their evolution towards more ambitious soundscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Futureheads· Bloc Party· Franz Ferdinand

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fit 4 U 3:16
  • 2 Terra Firma 2:47
  • 3 Up All Night 2:58
  • 4 Counters 4:10
  • 5 Light Switch 3:47
  • 6 Turn Tail 4:43
  • 7 I Can Hardly See Them 3:06
  • 8 Dyed in the Wool 3:09
  • 9 Rue the Days 3:46
  • 10 Flies 1:39
  • 11 Mummy Light the Fire 4:04
  • 12 Current of the River 10:36
  • 13 Le Petomaine 3:27
  • 14 A Cavern 3:32
  • 15 Swimming With the Fishes 3:21
  • 16 Back to Back 3:25
  • 17 Holiday Everyday 3:11
  • 18 Stand and Deliver - XFM Session 3:06

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