The Flying Club Cup
Beirut · 2007
38 min · 13 tracks · folk
A lush tapestry of orchestral folk, blending melancholic brass with sweeping melodies and rich textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- layered, dense sonic textures
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'The Flying Club Cup' was Beirut's second album, following their breakthrough debut, 'Gulag Orkestar.' At this point, Zach Condon had solidified his unique sound, marked by an eclectic mix of Eastern European influences and indie pop sensibilities, drawing increased attention from both critics and audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Fleet Foxes· Iron & Wine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Call to Arms 0:18
- 2 Nantes 3:50
- 3 A Sunday Smile 3:35
- 4 Guyamas Sonora 3:31
- 5 La Banlieue 1:57
- 6 Cliquot 3:51
- 7 The Penalty 2:22
- 8 Forks and Knives (La Fête) 3:33
- 9 In the Mausoleum 3:10
- 10 Un dernier verre (Pour la route) 2:51
- 11 Cherbourg 3:33
- 12 St. Apollonia 2:58
- 13 The Flying Club Cup 3:05
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