Merriweather Post Pavilion
Animal Collective · 2009
54 min · 11 tracks · electronic · art rock · psychedelic music
A vibrant tapestry of layered harmonies and experimental textures that evoke a sense of buoyant nostalgia.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- By the time 'Merriweather Post Pavilion' was released in 2009, Animal Collective had established themselves as innovators in the indie music scene with their previous album, 'Strawberry Jam' (2007), marking a creative peak. This release solidified their unique blend of art rock and electronic music, showcasing their evolution from underground cult favorites to mainstream recognition.
- If you like
- electronic, art rock, psychedelic music
Merriweather Post Pavilion is an album by Animal Collective, released in 2009. A vibrant tapestry of layered harmonies and experimental textures that evoke a sense of buoyant nostalgia. The album was critically acclaimed upon release, featuring prominently in year-end lists and earning a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. Its lead single, 'My Girls', became a defining track for the band, reaching number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100 and influencing a wave of indie pop artists in the following years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Merriweather Post Pavilion sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of layered harmonies and experimental textures that evoke a sense of buoyant nostalgia. Rooted in electronic and art rock.
What makes Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective notable?
The album was critically acclaimed upon release, featuring prominently in year-end lists and earning a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. Its lead single, 'My Girls', became a defining track for the band, reaching number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100 and influencing a wave of indie pop artists in the following years. By the time 'Merriweather Post Pavilion' was released in 2009, Animal Collective had established themselves as innovators in the indie music scene with their previous album, 'Strawberry Jam' (2007), marking a creative peak. This release solidified their unique blend of art rock and electronic music, showcasing their evolution from underground cult favorites to mainstream recognition.
Who is Merriweather Post Pavilion for?
Merriweather Post Pavilion works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, layered, dense sonic textures and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Merriweather Post Pavilion?
Merriweather Post Pavilion has 11 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the Flowers Standout 5:22
- 2 My Girls Standout 5:41
- 3 Also Frightened 5:14
- 4 Summertime Clothes 4:30
- 5 Daily Routine 5:46
- 6 Bluish 5:14
- 7 Guys Eyes 4:31
- 8 Taste 3:53
- 9 Lion in a Coma 4:12
- 10 No More Runnin 4:23
- 11 Brother Sport Standout 5:59
Release Date
January 6, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 45 sec
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