The Century of Self
...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead · 2009
53 min · 13 tracks · art rock
A swirling blend of art rock and post-punk echoes, exploring themes of disillusionment and existential tension.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- contemplative reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead were navigating a transitional phase when they released The Century of Self, their fifth studio album. Following the critically acclaimed Source Tags & Codes in 2002, the band faced challenges maintaining their momentum amidst lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes. This album came after their previous effort, So Divided (2006), and marked a reaffirmation of their ambitious sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Explosions in the Sky· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· The Mars Volta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Giants Causeway 2:38
- 2 The Far Pavilions 4:54
- 3 Isis Unveiled 6:27
- 4 Halcyon Days 6:36
- 5 Bells of Creation 5:23
- 6 Fields of Coal 3:42
- 7 Inland Sea 4:08
- 8 Luna Park 4:22
- 9 Pictures of an Only Child 4:43
- 10 Insatiable (One) 2:02
- 11 Ascending 4:47
- 12 An August Theme 0:50
- 13 Insatiable (Two) 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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