The Boxer
Kele Okereke · 2010
41 min · 10 tracks · indie rock · post-rock · electro house
Kele Okereke blends introspective lyrics with pulsating electronic beats and indie rock sensibilities throughout this vibrant debut solo album.
Why this album works
'The Boxer' received critical acclaim for its experimental approach and lyrical depth, peaking at number 24 on the UK Albums Chart. It also helped define a moment in indie music where artists began blending electronic elements with traditional rock frameworks.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments pulsating beats for active listening introspective lyrics for deep thought
- Context
- Released in January 2010, 'The Boxer' marked Kele Okereke's first solo endeavor after the success of Bloc Party's third album, 'Intimacy' (2008). This pivot allowed him to explore more personal themes and a different sonic landscape, diverging from his band's established post-punk sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sea Power· The Fratellis· Arctic Monkeys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walk Tall 3:44
- 2 On the Lam 3:32
- 3 Tenderoni Standout 4:29
- 4 The Other Side 3:52
- 5 Everything You Wanted Standout 3:49
- 6 The New Rules 3:54
- 7 Unholy Thoughts 2:55
- 8 Rise Standout 5:11
- 9 All the Things I Could Never Say 5:31
- 10 Yesterday's Gone 4:04
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