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Bury Me at Makeout Creek

Mitski · 2014

30 min · 10 tracks · J-pop · folk rock · indie rock

A raw blend of introspective lyrics and lo-fi instrumentation that captures youthful disillusionment and longing.

Why listen to this

Best for
short, reflective listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs introspective emotional exploration
Context
Released in 2014, 'Bury Me at Makeout Creek' was Mitski's second album, following her debut 'Lush' from 2012. At this point, she was transitioning from a more polished sound to embrace a grittier, DIY aesthetic that would define her later work.
If you like
J-pop, folk rock, indie rock
What next
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Bury Me at Makeout Creek is an album by Mitski, released in 2014. A raw blend of introspective lyrics and lo-fi instrumentation that captures youthful disillusionment and longing. 'Bury Me at Makeout Creek' received critical acclaim and has been influential within the indie music scene, with tracks like 'Townie' becoming anthems for a generation grappling with identity and belonging. The album's candid exploration of emotional vulnerability resonated strongly, earning it a spot on year-end lists by publications such as Pitchfork. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bury Me at Makeout Creek sound like?

A raw blend of introspective lyrics and lo-fi instrumentation that captures youthful disillusionment and longing. Rooted in J-pop and folk rock.

What makes Bury Me at Makeout Creek by Mitski notable?

'Bury Me at Makeout Creek' received critical acclaim and has been influential within the indie music scene, with tracks like 'Townie' becoming anthems for a generation grappling with identity and belonging. The album's candid exploration of emotional vulnerability resonated strongly, earning it a spot on year-end lists by publications such as Pitchfork. Released in 2014, 'Bury Me at Makeout Creek' was Mitski's second album, following her debut 'Lush' from 2012. At this point, she was transitioning from a more polished sound to embrace a grittier, DIY aesthetic that would define her later work.

Who is Bury Me at Makeout Creek for?

Bury Me at Makeout Creek works well if you're into short, reflective listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and introspective emotional exploration.

How many songs are on Bury Me at Makeout Creek?

Bury Me at Makeout Creek has 10 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·30:18

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

  • 1 Texas Reznikoff 2:12
  • 2 Townie Standout 3:25
  • 3 First Love / Late Spring Standout 4:38
  • 4 Francis Forever 2:29
  • 5 I Don’t Smoke 3:18
  • 6 Jobless Monday 2:06
  • 7 Drunk Walk Home 2:35
  • 8 I Will Standout 2:54
  • 9 Carry Me Out 3:53
  • 10 Last Words of a Shooting Star 2:44

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Genre

J-pop, folk rock, indie rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 18 sec