Symphony of Decay
28 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
A raw blend of alternative rock and introspective lyrics, capturing the chaos of modern life.
Why this album works
The album marked a significant departure from their earlier work, showcasing darker themes and a more mature sound. Although it did not achieve the same commercial success as previous albums, it received critical attention for its lyrical depth and experimentation within the alternative rock genre.
- Best for
- front-loaded energy bursts introspective moments of clarity gradual resolution of chaos
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Symphony of Decay' was Third Eye Blind's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Blue' from 1999. At this stage, the band was navigating lineup changes and a shift in sound as they emerged from a period of relative obscurity after the late 90s boom.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Moby· Lana Del Rey· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Animal Standout 2:52
- 2 My Time in Exile (full band version) 3:39
- 3 Star Wars
- 4 Carnival Barker Standout 7:11
- 5 Slow Motion 4:34
- 6 Swimming
- 7 There's No Hurry to Eternity Standout 6:16
- 8 Knife in the Water 4:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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