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The Double Cross

Sloan · 2011

34 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · power pop

A vibrant collection of power pop anthems blended with sharp lyrical wit and infectious melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of infectious energy
  • sharp lyrical wit throughout
  • for sing-along moments
  • ideal for upbeat afternoon drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • preference for lengthy explorations
  • seeking deep introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Sloan released 'The Double Cross' in 2011, they were well-established veterans of the Canadian rock scene, having formed in 1991. This album marked their ninth studio release and showcased their continued evolution in songwriting and sound, building on the success of their previous album, 'Parallel Play', which had been released in 2008.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Posies· Matthew Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Follow the Leader 2:56
  • 2 The Answer Was You 2:18
  • 3 Unkind 4:15
  • 4 Shadow of Love 2:04
  • 5 She's Slowin' Down Again 3:05
  • 6 Green Gardens, Cold Montreal 2:01
  • 7 It's Plain to See 1:57
  • 8 Your Daddy Will Do 3:04
  • 9 I've Gotta Know 1:22
  • 10 Beverley Terrace 3:01
  • 11 Traces 4:58
  • 12 Laying So Low 2:57

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