True Sadness
The Avett Brothers · 2016
50 min · 12 tracks · alternative country
Joyful melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of heartache and hope in every song.
True Sadness is an album by The Avett Brothers, released in 2016. Joyful melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of heartache and hope in every song. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Folk Albums chart and received positive reviews for its introspective lyrics and diverse musical styles. It marked a significant moment in The Avett Brothers' career as they continued to evolve their sound and expand their audience, even earning a Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does True Sadness sound like?
Joyful melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of heartache and hope in every song. Rooted in alternative country.
What makes True Sadness by The Avett Brothers notable?
The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Folk Albums chart and received positive reviews for its introspective lyrics and diverse musical styles. It marked a significant moment in The Avett Brothers' career as they continued to evolve their sound and expand their audience, even earning a Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album. Released on June 24, 2016, 'True Sadness' is The Avett Brothers' ninth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed release 'Magpie and the Dandelion' from 2013. At this point, the band had solidified their status in the alternative country scene, blending traditional folk elements with modern sensibilities while exploring deeper emotional themes.
How many songs are on True Sadness?
True Sadness has 12 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Ain’t No Man Standout 3:32
- 2 Mama, I Don’t Believe 4:16
- 3 No Hard Feelings Standout 5:14
- 4 Smithsonian 4:33
- 5 You Are Mine 3:28
- 6 Satan Pulls the Strings 3:08
- 7 True Sadness Standout 4:35
- 8 I Wish I Was 5:16
- 9 Fisher Road to Hollywood 4:23
- 10 Victims of Life 2:59
- 11 Divorce Separation Blues 4:56
- 12 May It Last 4:39
Release Date
June 24, 2016
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
50 min 59 sec
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