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They Live on the Sun

Cloud Cult · 2003

62 min · 21 tracks · indie pop · art rock · experimental rock

A whimsical blend of art rock and indie pop layered with lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical, imaginative storytelling
  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • introspective, reflective moods
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'They Live on the Sun' is Cloud Cult's second studio album, following their debut, 'The Shade Project.' At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a distinct sound characterized by experimental arrangements and emotionally charged themes, which would define their future work.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· The Decemberists· Andrew Bird

Tracklist

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

  • 1 On the Sun 3:33
  • 2 Moon's Thoughts 2:34
  • 3 Turtle Shell 1:24
  • 4 Fairy Tale 2:11
  • 5 It 2:50
  • 6 Estupido 3:25
  • 7 Radio Fodder 2:13
  • 8 Da Dum 2:56
  • 9 Man on the Moon 3:06
  • 10 Took You for Granted 3:11
  • 11 Toys in the Attic 1:18
  • 12 It's Gay 1:10
  • 13 Best Friend 1:58
  • 14 Waitress 1:44
  • 15 Back Again, Part II 5:36
  • 16 Shortenin' Bread 2:20
  • 17 Three Times a Lady 5:36
  • 18 I'm Not Gone 2:25
  • 19 Your Love Will Live Forever 4:36
  • 20 Sleeping Days, Part II 3:56
  • 21 6 Days to Madness 4:01

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