The Shade of Poison Trees
Dashboard Confessional · 2007
33 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · emo
A raw, introspective blend of acoustic melodies and heartfelt lyrics that evoke vulnerability and emotional depth.
Why this album works
This album marked a significant shift back to a more stripped-down sound, resonating with fans of emo and indie rock. It received positive reviews from critics, further solidifying Dashboard Confessional's position within the alternative music scene during the mid-2000s.
- Best for
- concise energetic emotional journey raw introspection with urgency for short listening bursts
- Context
- Released in early 2007, 'The Shade of Poison Trees' was Dashboard Confessional's fifth studio album, following their successful 2006 release, 'Dusk and Summer.' At this point in his career, frontman Chris Carrabba aimed to return to the band’s acoustic roots while exploring more personal themes after a period of mainstream success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Green Day· Linkin Park· Moby· Lana Del Rey· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Where There’s Gold… Standout 2:29
- 2 Thick as Thieves 2:19
- 3 Keep Watch for the Mines 2:45
- 4 These Bones 2:58
- 5 Fever Dreams 2:29
- 6 The Shade of Poison Trees Standout 2:58
- 7 The Rush 3:50
- 8 Little Bombs Standout 2:32
- 9 I Light My Own Fires Now 2:53
- 10 Matters of Blood and Connection 2:23
- 11 Clean Breaks 2:58
- 12 The Widows Peak 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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