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The Main Thing

Real Estate · 2020

48 min · 13 tracks · indie rock

A breezy blend of jangly guitars and reflective lyrics that encapsulates the essence of contemporary indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • breezy sound for sunny days
  • background warmth for gatherings
  • easy-going vibes for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2020, 'The Main Thing' is Real Estate's fifth studio album and their first since the departure of founding member Matt Mondanile. The band sought to explore a more collaborative approach to songwriting, resulting in a sound that both honors their roots and pushes into new territories.
Stylistic neighbors
Beach Fossils· Wild Nothing· Tame Impala

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Friday 4:57
  • 2 Paper Cup 4:30
  • 3 Gone 3:13
  • 4 You 3:52
  • 5 November 2:22
  • 6 Falling Down 4:31
  • 7 Also a But 5:23
  • 8 The Main Thing 2:35
  • 9 Shallow Sun 4:14
  • 10 Sting 1:49
  • 11 Silent World 4:42
  • 12 Procession 3:31
  • 13 Brother 2:55

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