About this album
Where they were
Released on June 13, 2000, 'The Moon & Antarctica' was Modest Mouse's third studio album and marked a significant shift towards more ambitious production. Following their previous album 'The Lonesome Crowded West', this record helped the band gain broader recognition and solidify their place in the indie rock scene.
Why it matters
'The Moon & Antarctica' received widespread critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and garnering a score of 90 on Metacritic. This album also helped Modest Mouse achieve mainstream success, leading to their first major label deal and setting the stage for further explorations in sound.
Essential tracks
- "3rd Planet" — This opening track encapsulates the album's grand themes of existence and interconnectedness through its expansive sound and contemplative lyrics.
- "Gravity Rides Everything" — Balancing melancholy with a sense of wonder, this song showcases the band's knack for blending thoughtful lyricism with catchy melodies.
- "The Stars Are Projectors" — At nearly nine minutes long, this track serves as a climactic point of the album, merging ethereal instrumentation with profound reflections on life.
Release Date
June 13, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 3rd Planet 3:58
- 2 Gravity Rides Everything 4:19
- 3 Dark Center of the Universe 5:02
- 4 Perfect Disguise 2:41
- 5 Tiny Cities Made of Ashes 3:41
- 6 A Different City 3:08
- 7 The Cold Part 5:00
- 8 Alone Down There 2:21
- 9 The Stars Are Projectors 8:46
- 10 Wild Packs of Family Dogs 1:45
- 11 Paper Thin Walls 3:01
- 12 I Came as a Rat 3:48
- 13 Lives 3:18
- 14 Life Like Weeds 6:30
- 15 What People Are Made Of 2:14
