Released 28 years ago this October
Terrible Things Happen
The Aislers Set · 1998
45 min · 14 tracks · indie pop
Melodic indie pop blends jangly guitars with introspective lyrics, creating a bittersweet soundscape that evokes nostalgia and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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California — With its upbeat tempo and vivid storytelling, this track encapsulates the album's blend of levity and melancholy while showcasing the band's signature jangly guitar sound.
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Alicia's Song — This track stands out for its poignant lyrical narrative that delves into themes of unrequited love, set against a backdrop of shimmering instrumentation.
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I've Been Mistreated — A cover of a classic song, this rendition captures raw emotion through its stripped-down arrangement and heartfelt vocal delivery, highlighting the band's ability to reinterpret influences.
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Mary's Song — The lush harmonies and intricate arrangements in this song create an evocative atmosphere that embodies the album's overall nostalgic feel.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective late-night reflections
- short, poignant listening sessions
- nostalgic emotional explorations
- gentle, soothing background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Terrible Things Happen marked The Aislers Set's sophomore album, following their debut, when they were solidifying their presence in the indie pop scene. At this point, the band was beginning to gain traction, having already garnered attention for their fresh take on the genre with their previous release, Long Time Gone.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Clairo· Ellie Goulding
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Friends of the Heroes 3:27
- 2 California 3:13
- 3 Holiday Gone Well 3:25
- 4 Alicia's Song 4:28
- 5 I've Been Mistreated 2:29
- 6 Mary's Song 5:18
- 7 Why Baby 1:55
- 8 Long Division 2:33
- 9 London Madrid 3:37
- 10 Cocksure Whistler 2:22
- 11 Army Street 3:23
- 12 Falling Buildings 2:44
- 13 Jaime's Song 4:04
- 14 My Boyfriend (Could Be a Spanish Man) 1:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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