About this album
Where they were
By the time Múm released 'Sing Along to Songs You Don't Know,' they were transitioning into a more experimental phase following their 2002 breakthrough album 'Finally We Are No One.' This fifth studio album showcases their evolution, incorporating a wider array of sounds and textures while still maintaining their signature ethereal quality.
Why it matters
'Sing Along to Songs You Don't Know' received positive critical acclaim, further solidifying Múm's place in the post-rock genre and earning them a devoted following. The album represents a notable shift towards more abstract lyrical themes and arrangements, which influenced many subsequent artists in the indie and post-rock scenes.
Essential tracks
- "If I Were a Fish" — Opening with playful imagery and a soothing melody, this track sets the tone for the album's whimsical exploration of identity and nature.
- "The Smell of Today Is Sweet Like Breastmilk in the Wind" — This track exemplifies Múm's knack for blending the surreal with the tender, showcasing both complex instrumentation and evocative storytelling.
- "Illuminated" — Combining haunting vocals with intricate arrangements, 'Illuminated' captures the essence of Múm’s ethereal sound while offering a moment of reflective beauty.
- "Prophecies and Reversed Memories" — 'Prophecies and Reversed Memories' stands out for its layered harmonies and dreamlike quality, perfectly encapsulating the album's surrealist themes.
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Iceland
Tracklist
- 1 If I Were a Fish 4:16
- 2 Sing Along 5:39
- 3 Prophecies and Reversed Memories 4:06
- 4 A River Don’t Stop to Breathe 4:45
- 5 The Smell of Today Is Sweet Like Breastmilk in the Wind 4:47
- 6 Show Me 3:45
- 7 Húllabbalabbalúú 3:27
- 8 Blow Your Nose 4:07
- 9 Kay‐ray‐kú‐kú‐kó‐kex 3:57
- 10 The Last Shapes of Never 2:27
- 11 Illuminated 4:09
- 12 Ladies of the New Century 3:45
- 13 Week of Wonders 4:38
- 14 Amen Flutes 4:15
- 15 Krippling 4:45
