Very Good Bad Thing cover

Very Good Bad Thing

Mother Mother · 2014

38 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

Ebullient harmonies and eclectic instrumentation create an adventurous indie rock sound that balances whimsy with introspection.

Why this album works

'Very Good Bad Thing' further solidified Mother Mother's place in the Canadian music scene, achieving significant chart success. The album debuted at number 40 on the Canadian Albums Chart and received positive reviews from critics, praising its lyrical depth and musical diversity, which influenced a wave of indie bands exploring similar themes.
Best for
steady flow with playful energy whimsical exploration of emotions great for upbeat gatherings
Context
By the time 'Very Good Bad Thing' was released in January 2014, Mother Mother had already established themselves as a prominent indie rock band following their breakthrough album 'Eureka' in 2011. This album marked their fourth studio release, showcasing a maturation in their songwriting and production techniques while continuing to build on their distinctively playful yet poignant style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Get Out the Way Standout 2:45
  • 2 Monkey Tree 3:27
  • 3 Modern Love Standout 3:11
  • 4 Reaper Man 4:40
  • 5 I Go Hungry 3:37
  • 6 Have It Out 3:39
  • 7 Very Good Bad Thing Standout 4:05
  • 8 Kept Down 4:19
  • 9 Shout If You Know 3:07
  • 10 Alone and Sublime 5:44

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