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Released 20 years ago

You in Reverse

Built to Spill · 2006

54 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock

A swirling mix of intricate guitar melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of yearning and exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2006, Built to Spill released 'You in Reverse' as their sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Ancient Melodies of the Future' from 2001. By this time, the band had established a loyal fan base but faced challenges adapting to changing musical landscapes. The album marked a return to form with its expansive soundscapes and complex arrangements after a five-year hiatus.
Stylistic neighbors
Modest Mouse· The Shins· Death Cab for Cutie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Goin' Against Your Mind 8:42
  • 2 Traces 4:42
  • 3 Liar 5:11
  • 4 Saturday 2:24
  • 5 Wherever You Go 6:10
  • 6 Conventional Wisdom 6:21
  • 7 Gone 5:41
  • 8 Mess With Time 5:42
  • 9 Just a Habit 4:27
  • 10 The Wait 5:00

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