Wakin on a Pretty Daze cover

Wakin on a Pretty Daze

Kurt Vile · 2013

69 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music

Dreamy guitar melodies intertwine with contemplative lyrics, creating a serene yet introspective sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene afternoon contemplation
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • dreamy melodies for daydreaming
  • gradual emotional build-up

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 9, 2013, 'Wakin on a Pretty Daze' is Kurt Vile's fifth studio album, following his breakout project 'Smoke Ring for My Halo' from 2011. At this point in his career, Vile had begun to carve out a distinct identity within the indie rock scene, blending elements of folk and lo-fi aesthetics to create his signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Jason Isbell· Mac DeMarco· Bill Callahan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wakin on a Pretty Day 9:30
  • 2 KV Crimes 3:56
  • 3 Was All Talk 7:41
  • 4 Girl Called Alex 6:19
  • 5 Never Run Away 3:24
  • 6 Pure Pain 5:08
  • 7 Too Hard 8:03
  • 8 Shame Chamber 4:46
  • 9 Snowflakes Are Dancing 3:22
  • 10 Air Bud 6:29
  • 11 Goldtone 10:25

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