The Bones of What You Believe cover

The Bones of What You Believe

Chvrches · 2013

48 min · 12 tracks · synth-pop · indietronica

Bright synth melodies intertwine with anthemic vocals, creating a euphoric yet introspective soundscape.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
Context
Released on September 23, 2013, 'The Bones of What You Believe' was Chvrches' debut album, following their formation in 2011. At this point, the band had built a significant online presence with early singles like 'The Mother We Share', paving the way for their entry into the mainstream electronic music scene.
If you like
synth-pop, indietronica

The Bones of What You Believe is an album by Chvrches, released in 2013. Bright synth melodies intertwine with anthemic vocals, creating a euphoric yet introspective soundscape. The album received critical acclaim, debuting at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart and being named one of the best albums of 2013 by various publications. It solidified Chvrches as a leading force in the synth-pop genre and influenced a wave of indie-electronic artists who followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Bones of What You Believe sound like?

Bright synth melodies intertwine with anthemic vocals, creating a euphoric yet introspective soundscape. Rooted in synth-pop and indietronica.

What makes The Bones of What You Believe by Chvrches notable?

The album received critical acclaim, debuting at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart and being named one of the best albums of 2013 by various publications. It solidified Chvrches as a leading force in the synth-pop genre and influenced a wave of indie-electronic artists who followed. Released on September 23, 2013, 'The Bones of What You Believe' was Chvrches' debut album, following their formation in 2011. At this point, the band had built a significant online presence with early singles like 'The Mother We Share', paving the way for their entry into the mainstream electronic music scene.

Who is The Bones of What You Believe for?

The Bones of What You Believe works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on The Bones of What You Believe?

The Bones of What You Believe has 12 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·48:04

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

  • 1 The Mother We Share Standout 3:12
  • 2 We Sink 3:34
  • 3 Gun Standout 3:53
  • 4 Tether 4:46
  • 5 Lies 3:41
  • 6 Under the Tide 4:32
  • 7 Recover Standout 3:45
  • 8 Night Sky 3:51
  • 9 Science/Visions 3:58
  • 10 Lungs 3:02
  • 11 By the Throat 4:09
  • 12 You Caught the Light 5:37

Release Date

September 23, 2013

Genre

indietronica, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

48 min 4 sec