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The Invisible Invasion

The Coral · 2005

65 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · punk

A kaleidoscopic blend of jangly guitars and whimsical melodies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic melodies for introspection
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • whimsical sounds for daydreaming
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • for reflective afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instantaneous high energy
  • prefer single-track listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2005, 'The Invisible Invasion' is The Coral's third studio album, following their breakthrough self-titled debut in 2002 and the more experimental 'Magic and Medicine' in 2003. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the British indie rock scene while experimenting with more diverse influences.
Stylistic neighbors
The Verve· The Beta Band· The La's

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 She Sings the Mourning 3:08
  • 2 Cripple’s Crown 3:38
  • 3 So Long Ago 2:42
  • 4 The Operator 2:20
  • 5 A Warning to the Curious 3:56
  • 6 In the Morning 2:33
  • 7 Something Inside of Me 2:26
  • 8 Come Home 4:14
  • 9 Far From the Crowd 3:39
  • 10 Leaving Today 3:08
  • 11 Arabian Sand 4:02
  • 12 Late Afternoon 3:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Pass It On 2:33
  • 2 Shadows Fall 3:28
  • 3 Don’t Think You’re the First 4:03
  • 4 Dreaming of You 2:19
  • 5 A Warning to the Curious 3:50
  • 6 She Sings the Mourning 3:06
  • 7 Something Inside of Me 2:21
  • 8 Arabian Sand 3:45

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