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The Broken Strings Tour

Birds of Tokyo · 2010

79 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

An emotional journey through atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with profound storytelling.

The Broken Strings Tour is an album by Birds of Tokyo, released in 2010. An emotional journey through atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with profound storytelling. 'The Broken Strings Tour' received positive critical reception and helped the band secure their spot in the Australian music landscape. The album’s release coincided with significant radio play, particularly for tracks like 'Armour for Liars', which became anthemic within the alt-rock community, further solidifying the band's influence during this period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Broken Strings Tour sound like?

An emotional journey through atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with profound storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock.

What makes The Broken Strings Tour by Birds of Tokyo notable?

'The Broken Strings Tour' received positive critical reception and helped the band secure their spot in the Australian music landscape. The album’s release coincided with significant radio play, particularly for tracks like 'Armour for Liars', which became anthemic within the alt-rock community, further solidifying the band's influence during this period. In 2010, Birds of Tokyo was solidifying their presence in the Australian music scene with 'The Broken Strings Tour', following their critically acclaimed self-titled album released in 2007. This live album captured the band's evolving sound and showcased their growing fanbase, highlighting their transition from a promising act to a mainstay in alternative rock.

How many songs are on The Broken Strings Tour?

The Broken Strings Tour has 18 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·79:25

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Overture 2:57
  • 2 Armour for Liars Standout 4:36
  • 3 Like Rain 4:35
  • 4 Russian Roulette Standout 3:55
  • 5 Black Sheets 3:56
  • 6 Rose 3:34
  • 7 Wild Eyed Boy 3:02
  • 8 The Bakers Son 7:18

Disc 2

  • 1 Heard It Through the Grapevine Standout 4:27
  • 2 Head in My Hands 5:10
  • 3 Train Wrecks 4:58
  • 4 Violet 4:16
  • 5 Rest Here My Brother 4:18
  • 6 Off Kilter 3:48
  • 7 Wayside 4:55
  • 8 Broken Bones 5:05
  • 9 Medicine 4:25
  • 10 Silhouettic 4:10

Release Date

January 1, 2010

Genre

alternative rock

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Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

79 min 25 sec