The Bed Is in the Ocean
Karate · 1998
38 min · 9 tracks · indie rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with intricate guitar work, crafting a contemplative atmosphere that invites deep introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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There Are Ghosts — Opening the album with haunting instrumentation, this track sets a reflective tone that encapsulates the overarching themes of memory and loss.
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The Same Stars — This track showcases Karate's signature dynamic shifts, blending soft verses with explosive choruses that explore feelings of nostalgia and longing.
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Not to Call the Police — A standout for its lyrical complexity and emotional weight, this song delves into themes of anxiety and societal pressures through vivid storytelling.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Same Stars
The bridge shifts from reflective musings about the past to an urgent plea for connection, emphasizing vulnerability amidst uncertainty.
This pivot in perspective intensifies the emotional stakes, contrasting earlier introspection with a direct call for interpersonal connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 There Are Ghosts 3:39
- 2 The Same Stars 6:20
- 3 Diazapam 3:23
- 4 The Last Wars 3:37
- 5 Bass Sounds 2:14
- 6 Up Nights 6:21
- 7 Fatal Strategies 3:25
- 8 Outside Is the Drama 4:23
- 9 Not to Call the Police 5:00
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