Welcoming Home the Astronauts cover

Welcoming Home the Astronauts

Flickerstick · 2001

57 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

An eclectic blend of shimmering melodies and emotive lyrics that capture the essence of early 2000s indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • emotional reflective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2001, 'Welcoming Home the Astronauts' was Flickerstick's debut album following their win on VH1’s 'Bands on the Run', providing a significant boost to their visibility. At this point, they were navigating the transition from a regional act to national recognition, fueled by the exposure from reality television.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· The Cranberries· Jordana

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lift (With Love We Will Survive) 6:27
  • 2 Got a Feeling 3:54
  • 3 Beautiful 4:10
  • 4 Smile 3:04
  • 5 Coke 4:48
  • 6 Sorry…Wrong Trajectory 4:35
  • 7 Chloroform the One You Love 3:56
  • 8 You’re So Hollywood 3:48
  • 9 Talk Show Host 3:22
  • 10 Hey or When the Drugs Wear Off 3:49
  • 11 Direct Line to the Telepathic 9:34
  • 12 Execution by X‐mas Lights 6:16

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