The Moon & Antarctica
Modest Mouse · 2000
59 min · 15 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A cosmic exploration of existential themes wrapped in intricate melodies and raw, emotive vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on June 13, 2000, 'The Moon & Antarctica' was Modest Mouse's third studio album and marked a significant shift towards more ambitious production. Following their previous album 'The Lonesome Crowded West', this record helped the band gain broader recognition and solidify their place in the indie rock scene.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
The Moon & Antarctica is an album by Modest Mouse, released in 2000. A cosmic exploration of existential themes wrapped in intricate melodies and raw, emotive vocals. 'The Moon & Antarctica' received widespread critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and garnering a score of 90 on Metacritic. This album also helped Modest Mouse achieve mainstream success, leading to their first major label deal and setting the stage for further explorations in sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Moon & Antarctica sound like?
A cosmic exploration of existential themes wrapped in intricate melodies and raw, emotive vocals. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes The Moon & Antarctica by Modest Mouse notable?
'The Moon & Antarctica' received widespread critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and garnering a score of 90 on Metacritic. This album also helped Modest Mouse achieve mainstream success, leading to their first major label deal and setting the stage for further explorations in sound. Released on June 13, 2000, 'The Moon & Antarctica' was Modest Mouse's third studio album and marked a significant shift towards more ambitious production. Following their previous album 'The Lonesome Crowded West', this record helped the band gain broader recognition and solidify their place in the indie rock scene.
Who is The Moon & Antarctica for?
The Moon & Antarctica works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on The Moon & Antarctica?
The Moon & Antarctica has 15 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 3rd Planet Standout 3:58
- 2 Gravity Rides Everything Standout 4:19
- 3 Dark Center of the Universe 5:02
- 4 Perfect Disguise 2:41
- 5 Tiny Cities Made of Ashes 3:41
- 6 A Different City 3:08
- 7 The Cold Part 5:00
- 8 Alone Down There 2:21
- 9 The Stars Are Projectors Standout 8:46
- 10 Wild Packs of Family Dogs 1:45
- 11 Paper Thin Walls 3:01
- 12 I Came as a Rat 3:48
- 13 Lives 3:18
- 14 Life Like Weeds 6:30
- 15 What People Are Made Of 2:14
Release Date
June 13, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
59 min 41 sec
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