The Bedside Drama: A Petite Tragedy
of Montreal · 1998
39 min · 16 tracks · indie rock
A whimsical tapestry of lo-fi melodies and poignant lyrics that evoke bittersweet nostalgia and youthful longing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical moments of bittersweet nostalgia
- short tracks for quick listens
- emotional highs and lows
- playful melodies with poignant themes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long cohesive albums
- seek straightforward, upbeat sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'The Bedside Drama: A Petite Tragedy' was of Montreal's third studio album, following their debut 'Cherry Peel' in 1997. At this point, frontman Kevin Barnes was solidifying his unique blend of pop sensibilities and avant-garde influences, establishing a distinctive sound that would characterize the band's future work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Apples in Stereo· Panda Bear· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One of a Very Few of a Kind 1:38
- 2 Happy Yellow Bumblebee 2:17
- 3 Little Viola Hidden in the Orchestra 3:37
- 4 The Couple's First Kiss 1:28
- 5 Sing You a Love You Song 2:36
- 6 Honeymoon in San Francisco 2:35
- 7 The Couple in Bed Together Under a Warm Blanket Wrapped Up in Each Other's Arms Asleep 1:24
- 8 Cutie Pie 2:19
- 9 Panda Bear 4:48
- 10 Sadness Creeping Up and Scaring Away the Couple's Happiness 1:29
- 11 Please Tell Me So 2:19
- 12 My Darling, I've Forgotten 2:11
- 13 You Feel You Must Go, Don't Go! 2:07
- 14 Just Recently Lost Something of Importance 2:25
- 15 The Hollow Room 1:47
- 16 It's Easy to Sleep When You're Dead 4:29
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