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Acrobatic Tenement

At the Drive-In · 1996

32 min · 11 tracks · post-hardcore · emo

Frantic rhythms intertwine with emotive melodies, capturing the raw energy of post-hardcore's early days.

Acrobatic Tenement is an album by At the Drive-In, released in 1996. Frantic rhythms intertwine with emotive melodies, capturing the raw energy of post-hardcore's early days. The album is significant for its influence on the post-hardcore genre and has been recognized for its intense energy and innovative sound. It laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent commercial breakthrough with their follow-up album, Relationship of Command, which achieved critical acclaim and broader recognition. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Acrobatic Tenement sound like?

Frantic rhythms intertwine with emotive melodies, capturing the raw energy of post-hardcore's early days. Rooted in post-hardcore and emo.

What makes Acrobatic Tenement by At the Drive-In notable?

The album is significant for its influence on the post-hardcore genre and has been recognized for its intense energy and innovative sound. It laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent commercial breakthrough with their follow-up album, Relationship of Command, which achieved critical acclaim and broader recognition. Acrobatic Tenement was At the Drive-In's debut album, released in 1996 while they were still establishing their presence in the emo and post-hardcore scenes. This release followed a series of EPs and showcased their unique sound, blending chaotic instrumentation with introspective lyrics, setting the stage for their later success.

How many songs are on Acrobatic Tenement?

Acrobatic Tenement has 11 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·32:27

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

  • 1 Star Slight 1:18
  • 2 Schaffino Standout 2:48
  • 3 Ebroglio Standout 2:47
  • 4 Initiation Standout 3:26
  • 5 Communication Drive‐In 1:44
  • 6 Skips on the Record 3:07
  • 7 Paid Vacation Time 3:33
  • 8 Ticklish 4:35
  • 9 Blue Tag 3:17
  • 10 Coating of Arms 2:46
  • 11 Porfirio Diaz 3:00

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Genre

emo, post-hardcore

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

32 min 27 sec