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Surface Paradise

Root! · 2009

60 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock

An eclectic blend of alternative rock and tongue-in-cheek humor, weaving vibrant narratives through unexpected musical twists.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Surface Paradise, Part 13 — This track exemplifies the album’s playful yet reflective nature, combining catchy hooks with sharp social commentary that highlights Root!'s lyrical prowess.
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    My Other Bumper Sticker Is Intelligent — With its clever wordplay and upbeat tempo, this song captures Root!'s knack for blending humor with earnestness, making it a memorable standout.
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    (Sort of) Emo — This track showcases the band's ability to merge emotional vulnerability with lively instrumentation, effectively representing the album's thematic range.
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    Everybody Loves You (Longtime) — A fan favorite, this song combines infectious melodies with introspective lyrics, illustrating Root!'s skill in crafting relatable narratives within their music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Surface Paradise, Parts 5, 18, 35, 36, 47 & 92 2:41
  • 2 Surface Paradise, Part 13 4:04
  • 3 My Other Bumper Sticker Is Intelligent 3:23
  • 4 (Sort of) Emo 3:10
  • 5 Thank God You're Here 4:58
  • 6 Famous for Being Famous for Being Famous 3:16
  • 7 Orange People 5:17
  • 8 Joe Blogs 2:24
  • 9 Everybody Loves You (Longtime) 5:53
  • 10 Uncle Vom Vom 3:25
  • 11 Crown Tower Blues 2:41
  • 12 I Hang Out With the Guys in Jet ('s Uncle) 3:32
  • 13 Home? 3:34
  • 14 I Fought the Groove Police 4:15
  • 15 Surface Paradise, Parts 25 - 31 8:20

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