The Car cover

The Car

Arctic Monkeys · 2022

37 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · psychedelic rock

A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements intertwined with introspective lyrics and a mellow, cinematic soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mellow cinematic soundscapes
  • steady pacing for deep listening
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • mid-tempo flow for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 21, 2022, 'The Car' is Arctic Monkeys' seventh studio album, following their 2018 release 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino.' At this stage in their career, the band had transitioned towards a more mature and experimental sound, embracing influences from lounge music and jazz while exploring deeper lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Strokes· Franz Ferdinand· Tame Impala
If this clicks, go next to
Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino — Continues the cinematic soundscape with introspective themes.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "There’d Better Be a Mirrorball".

  • 1 There’d Better Be a Mirrorball Start here 4:25
  • 2 I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am 3:11
  • 3 Sculptures of Anything Goes 3:59
  • 4 Jet Skis on the Moat 3:18
  • 5 Body Paint 4:50
  • 6 The Car 3:19
  • 7 Big Ideas 3:58
  • 8 Hello You 4:05
  • 9 Mr Schwartz 3:30
  • 10 Perfect Sense 2:47

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata