We All Raise Our Voices to the Air
The Decemberists · 2012
120 min · 20 tracks · art rock
A theatrical blend of folk-infused rock, narrative storytelling, and lush instrumentation unfolds throughout each track.
We All Raise Our Voices to the Air is an album by The Decemberists, released in 2012. A theatrical blend of folk-infused rock, narrative storytelling, and lush instrumentation unfolds throughout each track. This album is significant for its live recording format, capturing the energy of The Decemberists' performances. It received critical acclaim, reinforcing the band's influence within the indie rock scene and showcasing their ability to create compelling narratives through music. Additionally, it helped them maintain a strong presence in the Billboard charts during an era where many bands struggled to find footing. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does We All Raise Our Voices to the Air sound like?
A theatrical blend of folk-infused rock, narrative storytelling, and lush instrumentation unfolds throughout each track. Rooted in art rock.
What makes We All Raise Our Voices to the Air by The Decemberists notable?
This album is significant for its live recording format, capturing the energy of The Decemberists' performances. It received critical acclaim, reinforcing the band's influence within the indie rock scene and showcasing their ability to create compelling narratives through music. Additionally, it helped them maintain a strong presence in the Billboard charts during an era where many bands struggled to find footing. Released in 2012, 'We All Raise Our Voices to the Air' represents a culmination of The Decemberists' artistic evolution following their acclaimed album 'The King Is Dead.' By this time, they had solidified their reputation for intricate songwriting and ambitious musical arrangements, building on the success of their previous works while embracing a more collaborative live sound.
How many songs are on We All Raise Our Voices to the Air?
We All Raise Our Voices to the Air has 20 tracks, running approximately 120 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 The Infanta Standout 5:46
- 2 Calamity Song Standout 3:51
- 3 Rise to Me 4:48
- 4 The Soldiering Life 5:04
- 5 We Both Go Down Together 4:30
- 6 The Bagman’s Gambit 8:27
- 7 Down by the Water Standout 3:48
- 8 Leslie Ann Levine 4:07
- 9 The Rake’s Song 4:44
- 10 The Crane Wife 1, 2, and 3 16:08
Disc 2
- 1 Oceanside 3:26
- 2 Billy Liar 6:41
- 3 Grace Cathedral Hill 4:24
- 4 All Arise! 4:22
- 5 Rox in the Box 3:06
- 6 June Hymn 4:29
- 7 Dracula’s Daughter > O Valencia! 5:26
- 8 This Is Why We Fight 4:46
- 9 The Mariner’s Revenge Song 12:14
- 10 I Was Meant for the Stage 10:12
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