Swimming Time
Nephew · 2000
51 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alternative rock and pop sensibilities, infused with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stay Inside — This opening track establishes the album's tone with its infectious energy and relatable themes of isolation and escapism, setting a strong precedent for the rest of the record.
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Wasted — With its reflective lyrics and catchy chorus, Wasted encapsulates the band's ability to blend introspection with an upbeat sound, showcasing their signature style.
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Swimming Time — The title track closes the album with a contemplative tone, highlighting themes of transition and self-discovery, serving as a powerful culmination of the preceding narratives.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy melodies for road trips
- introspective moments of reflection
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- balanced pacing for easy listening
- playful anthems for carefree days
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense, heavy experiences
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Swimming Time was Nephew's debut album, marking their entry into the Danish music scene. At this point, they were transitioning from relative obscurity to becoming a prominent name in alternative rock, setting the stage for their subsequent successes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mew· The Notwist· Sigur Rós
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stay Inside 4:09
- 2 We Don't Need You Here 3:39
- 3 Wasted 4:50
- 4 Sexy Rescue 4:51
- 5 Carlsberg Nights 3:49
- 6 Downtown Europe 3:11
- 7 100 Years 4:35
- 8 Oyster Hall 4:32
- 9 Bedtime Now 4:03
- 10 Speed Nation 3:55
- 11 Circulating Slow 4:03
- 12 Swimming Time 6:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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