Released 19 years ago this August
The Stage Names
Okkervil River · 2007
41 min · 9 tracks · alternative country
A reflective journey through life’s complexities, stitched together with poetic narratives and rich, melodic instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- reflective narrative explorations
- mid-tempo contemplative journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Okkervil River was building on the success of their previous album, 'Black Sheep Boy', which had established them as a significant voice in alternative country. 'The Stage Names' emerged as their fifth studio album, showcasing a more mature sound and lyrical depth while solidifying their position within the indie rock landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Decemberists· Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Our Life Is Not a Movie or Maybe 4:24
- 2 Unless It’s Kicks 4:38
- 3 A Hand to Take Hold of the Scene 3:59
- 4 Savannah Smiles 3:38
- 5 Plus Ones 3:43
- 6 A Girl in Port 6:36
- 7 You Can’t Hold the Hand of a Rock and Roll Man 4:53
- 8 Title Track 5:22
- 9 John Allyn Smith Sails 4:33
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