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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with playful energy
  • whimsical exploration of emotions
  • great for upbeat gatherings
  • inviting sing-along moments
  • introspective yet lively vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy emotional builds

Where this album fits

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

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