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Misery Is a Butterfly

Blonde Redhead · 2004

44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock ยท indie rock ยท experimental rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intimate atmosphere of longing and reflection.

Why listen to this

Best for
intimate reflective moments steady mid-tempo flow haunting melodic explorations
Context
Released on March 15, 2004, 'Misery Is a Butterfly' is Blonde Redhead's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2000 release 'Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that blended alternative rock with dream pop, gaining recognition for their experimental approach amidst the burgeoning indie scene.
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alternative rock, indie rock, experimental rock

Misery Is a Butterfly is an album by Blonde Redhead, released in 2004. Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intimate atmosphere of longing and reflection. 'Misery Is a Butterfly' received widespread critical acclaim and is often regarded as a pivotal work in Blonde Redhead's discography. The album highlighted the band's artistic evolution and significantly influenced the dream pop genre, earning a spot in numerous year-end lists and solidifying their status within the indie music community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Misery Is a Butterfly sound like?

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intimate atmosphere of longing and reflection. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes Misery Is a Butterfly by Blonde Redhead notable?

'Misery Is a Butterfly' received widespread critical acclaim and is often regarded as a pivotal work in Blonde Redhead's discography. The album highlighted the band's artistic evolution and significantly influenced the dream pop genre, earning a spot in numerous year-end lists and solidifying their status within the indie music community. Released on March 15, 2004, 'Misery Is a Butterfly' is Blonde Redhead's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2000 release 'Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that blended alternative rock with dream pop, gaining recognition for their experimental approach amidst the burgeoning indie scene.

Who is Misery Is a Butterfly for?

Misery Is a Butterfly works well if you're into intimate reflective moments, steady mid-tempo flow and haunting melodic explorations.

How many songs are on Misery Is a Butterfly?

Misery Is a Butterfly has 11 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·44:58

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Elephant Woman Standout 4:49
  • 2 Messenger 3:21
  • 3 Melody 4:36
  • 4 Doll Is Mine Standout 3:06
  • 5 Misery Is a Butterfly Standout 5:07
  • 6 Falling Man 3:26
  • 7 Anticipation 4:04
  • 8 Maddening Cloud 3:20
  • 9 Magic Mountain 3:02
  • 10 Pink Love 6:13
  • 11 Equus 3:49

Release Date

March 15, 2004

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

44 min 58 sec