About this album
Where they were
Released on January 25, 2005, 'Before the Dawn Heals Us' was M83's third studio album, following their breakthrough effort, 'Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of shoegaze-inspired electronic music, gaining critical acclaim and expanding their fanbase across Europe and beyond.
Why it matters
The album received positive reviews from critics, including a notable mention in Pitchfork that praised its lush production and emotional depth. It helped cement M83's place in the growing electronic music scene of the mid-2000s, influencing many subsequent artists within dream pop and synth-pop genres.
Essential tracks
- "Lower Your Eyelids to Die With the Sun" — This closing track encapsulates the album's overarching themes of longing and introspection with its expansive sound and emotional weight.
- "Don’t Save Us From the Flames" — With its pulsating rhythms and soaring melodies, this track exemplifies M83's ability to blend energetic beats with contemplative lyrics.
- "Teen Angst" — 'Teen Angst' captures a sense of youthful uncertainty and nostalgia, making it relatable for many listeners while showcasing the band's signature sound.
Release Date
January 25, 2005
Artist Origin
France
Tracklist
- 1 Moon Child 4:38
- 2 Don’t Save Us From the Flames 4:15
- 3 In the Cold I’m Standing 4:08
- 4 Farewell / Goodbye 5:32
- 5 Fields, Shorelines and Hunters 2:30
- 6 * 2:44
- 7 I Guess I’m Floating 1:57
- 8 Teen Angst 5:03
- 9 Can’t Stop 2:20
- 10 Safe 4:53
- 11 Let Men Burn Stars 1:56
- 12 Car Chase Terror 3:51
- 13 Slight Night Shiver 2:04
- 14 A Guitar and a Heart 4:46
- 15 Lower Your Eyelids to Die With the Sun 10:37
