The Front Bottoms
The Front Bottoms · 2011
44 min · 12 tracks · indie rock · folk punk · Midwest emo
A blend of raw lyricism and infectious melodies that captures the angst of youth with punk energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- raw lyricism for youthful angst
- infectious melodies with energy
- reflective moments during commutes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely instrumental sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2011, 'The Front Bottoms' marked the debut album for the New Jersey duo, establishing their unique sound within the burgeoning indie rock scene. At this point, they were fresh from local performances, eager to carve out their identity amid the Midwest emo revival.
- Stylistic neighbors
- American Football· Mitski· The Fratellis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flashlight 4:57
- 2 Maps 3:34
- 3 Looking Like You Just Woke Up 2:02
- 4 Mountain 3:34
- 5 Rhode Island 3:25
- 6 The Beers 3:32
- 7 Father 3:49
- 8 Swimming Pool 3:36
- 9 The Boredom Is the Reason I Started Swimming, Its Also the Reason I Started Sinking 4:18
- 10 Bathtub 3:11
- 11 Legit Tattoo Gun 4:18
- 12 Hooped Earrings 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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