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When the Deer Wore Blue

Figurines · 2007

48 min · 13 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics creates an inviting soundscape that captures the essence of youthful exploration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Childhood Verse — The opening track sets a nostalgic tone with its reflective lyrics and catchy melody, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of memory and longing.
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    Drunkard's Dream — This lengthy track dives deep into surreal imagery and complex emotions, showcasing the band's ability to craft expansive soundscapes that invite listener interpretation.
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    Good Old Friends — With its upbeat tempo and lyrical celebration of camaraderie, this song resonates as a heartfelt acknowledgment of the bonds forged during youth.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Hey Girl

    The speaker directly addresses a significant other with a blend of hopefulness and uncertainty.

    This shift to direct address adds intimacy to the narrative, breaking away from broader reflections found elsewhere in the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Childhood Verse 3:47
  • 2 The Air We Breathe 3:49
  • 3 Hey Girl 2:34
  • 4 Drove You Miles 3:43
  • 5 Let's Head Out 3:01
  • 6 Good Old Friends 3:59
  • 7 Drunkard's Dream 7:29
  • 8 Half Awake, Half Aware 2:10
  • 9 Angels of the Bayou 4:40
  • 10 Bee Dee 3:18
  • 11 A Cheap Place to Spend the Night 4:23
  • 12 Lips of the Soldier 2:47
  • 13 Bonus Track 2:30

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