The Myth of the Happily Ever After
Biffy Clyro · 2021
99 min · 22 tracks · indie rock
An introspective journey through layered guitar textures and emotionally charged lyrics, weaving vulnerability with explosive energy.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and sonic experimentation, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart. It solidified Biffy Clyro's place in the contemporary rock scene while resonating with listeners through its themes of vulnerability amidst chaos.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks introspective emotional exploration explosive energy contrasts
- Context
- Released on October 22, 2021, 'The Myth of the Happily Ever After' is Biffy Clyro's follow-up to their 2020 album 'A Celebration of Endings.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating the complexities of personal struggles while maintaining their signature sound, marking a period of deepened lyrical exploration and musical maturity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Radiohead· Robbie Williams· Muse· Depeche Mode· Ellie Goulding· Manic Street Preachers· Gorillaz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 DumDum 3:32
- 2 A Hunger in Your Haunt Standout 3:49
- 3 Denier 2:59
- 4 Separate Missions 5:18
- 5 Witch’s Cup 4:44
- 6 Holy Water Standout 5:40
- 7 Errors in the History of God Standout 4:16
- 8 Haru Urara 3:15
- 9 Unknown Male 01 6:08
- 10 Existed 4:09
- 11 Slurpy Slurpy Sleep Sleep 6:09
Disc 2
- 1 North of No South (live) 4:53
- 2 The Champ (live) 3:36
- 3 Weird Leisure (live) 4:46
- 4 Tiny Indoor Fireworks (live) 4:11
- 5 Worst Type of Best Possible (live) 3:51
- 6 Space (live) 4:25
- 7 End Of (live) 4:30
- 8 Instant History (live) 4:04
- 9 The Pink Limit (live) 4:14
- 10 Opaque (live) 4:14
- 11 Cop Syrup (live) 6:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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