This Night cover

This Night

Destroyer · 2002

68 min · 15 tracks · pop rock

A reflective blend of lo-fi pop and melancholic melodies that captures the essence of late-night introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • late-night introspection and reflection
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • melancholic melodies for quiet moments
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2002, 'This Night' was Destroyer’s fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Streethawk: A Seduction'. At this point in his career, Dan Bejar was solidifying his unique sound and lyrical style, gaining recognition within the indie rock scene while continuing to explore complex themes in his music.
Stylistic neighbors
The New Pornographers· Spoon· Wolf Parade

Tracklist

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

  • 1 This Night 5:57
  • 2 Holly Going Lightly 5:08
  • 3 Here Comes the Night 6:35
  • 4 The Chosen Few 3:59
  • 5 Makin' Angels 4:14
  • 6 Hey, Snow White 7:54
  • 7 Modern Painters 3:00
  • 8 Crystal Country 3:44
  • 9 Trembling Peacock 4:15
  • 10 I Have Seen a Light 5:06
  • 11 Students Carve Hearts Out of Coal 3:46
  • 12 Goddess of Drought 3:31
  • 13 Self Portrait With Thing (Tonight Is Not Your Night) 6:26
  • 14 The Relevant Ballads 0:37
  • 15 The Night Moves 3:48

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