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The Big Roar

The Joy Formidable · 2011

50 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A seismic blend of soaring melodies and raw energy that captures the essence of alternative rock's dynamic spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • layered dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
The Big Roar is The Joy Formidable's debut album, released in January 2011 after a series of EPs that showcased their explosive sound. This release marked the band's transition from underground acclaim to wider recognition, setting the stage for their future endeavors in the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Wolf Alice· Silversun Pickups· Band of Skulls

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Everchanging Spectrum of a Lie 7:45
  • 2 The Magnifying Glass 2:20
  • 3 I Don’t Want to See You Like This 4:19
  • 4 Austere 3:30
  • 5 A Heavy Abacus 3:40
  • 6 Whirring 6:47
  • 7 Buoy 4:52
  • 8 (Maruyama) 1:46
  • 9 Cradle 2:47
  • 10 Llaw=Wall 3:45
  • 11 Chapter 2 3:09
  • 12 The Greatest Light Is the Greatest Shade 5:20

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