The Big More
The Joy Formidable · 2011
23 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock
A swirling mix of expansive guitar textures and anthemic vocals creates a lush soundscape that captures the essence of alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cradle — The original track sets an emotive tone with its infectious melody and layered instrumentation, embodying the band's signature sound.
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Anemone — Anemone stands out for its driving rhythm and vivid imagery in the lyrics, capturing a sense of urgency and emotional depth.
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Whirring (live) — This live rendition showcases the band's raw energy and musicianship, making it a definitive version that resonates deeply with fans.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short energetic bursts of sound
- vibrant emotional peaks throughout
- live performance intensity captured
- engaging remixes for variety
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer album experiences
- seek slow, reflective tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Big More is The Joy Formidable's first major release after their debut album, The Big Roar, which had positioned them as rising stars in the alternative rock scene. Released in early 2011, this album showcases their expanding sound and sets the stage for their subsequent works, building on the momentum they gained from their earlier success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wolf Alice· Silversun Pickups· Band of Skulls
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cradle 2:47
- 2 Cradle (Fang Island remix) 3:19
- 3 Anemone 4:11
- 4 Whirring (live) 10:03
- 5 It’s Over 3:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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