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Modest Mouse

Modest Mouse

indie rock, lo-fi music

United States Est. 1993

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Sound in a sentence: "A swirling mix of off-kilter rhythms and textured layers creates an atmosphere where restless energy meets reflective stillness."

Modest Mouse reshaped the landscape of indie rock, carving a space where introspective lyricism and eclectic instrumentation collide. Their presence invites listeners to reflect on the contradictions of modern life, embodying a raw authenticity that resonates deeply in a world often dominated by polished pop narratives.

Modest Mouse reshaped the landscape of indie rock, carving a space where introspective lyricism and eclectic instrumentation collide. Their presence invites listeners to reflect on the contradictions of modern life, embodying a raw authenticity that resonates deeply in a world often dominated by polished pop narratives. By embracing both melancholy and whimsy, they have fostered a community that values honest expression over commercial viability. Their approach is characterized by a willingness to experiment with sound and structure, often layering unconventional elements into their compositions. This sonic exploration creates an engaging tension between chaos and harmony, allowing for moments of serene introspection amid driving rhythms and jagged melodies. The band’s willingness to take risks in their arrangements encourages a sense of discovery within each listen, as familiarity gives way to new sonic pathways. Lyrically, Modest Mouse often navigates themes of isolation, existential angst, and the complexities of human experience, employing a blend of storytelling and impressionistic imagery. The voice in their songs ranges from confessional to observational, weaving together irony and sincerity that invites listeners to ponder the deeper meanings lurking beneath everyday encounters.

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Discography

33 releases • 16 studio • 1994–2021

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Everywhere and His Nasty Parlour Tricks

Everywhere and His N... (1994)

Blue Cadet-3, Do You Connect?

Blue Cadet-3, Do You... (1994)

The Fruit That Ate Itself

The Fruit That Ate I... (1994)

This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About

This Is a Long Drive... (1996)

Interstate 8

Interstate 8 (1996)

The Lonesome Crowded West

The Lonesome Crowded... (1997)

Night on the Sun

Night on the Sun (1999)

The Moon & Antarctica

The Moon & Antarctic... (2000)

Building Nothing Out of Something

Building Nothing Out... (2000)

Sad Sappy Sucker

Sad Sappy Sucker (2001)

Baron von Bullshit Rides Again

Baron von Bullshit R... (2004)

Good News for People Who Love Bad News

Good News for People... (2004)

We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank

We Were Dead Before... (2007)

No One's First and You're Next

No One's First and Y... (2009)

Strangers to Ourselves

Strangers to Ourselv... (2015)

The Golden Casket

The Golden Casket (2021)

Albums ()

The Golden Casket

The Golden Casket

2021

Strangers to Ourselves

Strangers to Ourselves

2015

No One's First and You're Next

No One's First and You're Next

2009

We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank

We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank

2007

Good News for People Who Love Bad News

Good News for People Who Love Bad News

2004

Baron von Bullshit Rides Again

Baron von Bullshit Rides Again

2004

Sad Sappy Sucker

Sad Sappy Sucker

2001

The Moon & Antarctica

The Moon & Antarctica

2000

Building Nothing Out of Something

Building Nothing Out of Something

2000

The Lonesome Crowded West

The Lonesome Crowded West

1997

This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About

This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About

1996

EPs ()

Night on the Sun

Night on the Sun

1999

Interstate 8

Interstate 8

1996

Everywhere and His Nasty Parlour Tricks

Everywhere and His Nasty Parlour Tricks

1994

Blue Cadet-3, Do You Connect?

Blue Cadet-3, Do You Connect?

1994

The Fruit That Ate Itself

The Fruit That Ate Itself

1994

Singles ()

The Ground Walks, with Time in a Box

The Ground Walks, with Time in a Box

2015

Lampshades on Fire

Lampshades on Fire

2014

Satellite Skin

Satellite Skin

2009

Perpetual Motion Machine

Perpetual Motion Machine

2009

Dashboard

Dashboard

2007

We've Got Everything

We've Got Everything

2007

Ocean Breathes Salty

Ocean Breathes Salty

2005

The World at Large

The World at Large

2005

Float On

Float On

2004

Heart Cooks Brain

Heart Cooks Brain

1999

Never Ending Math Equation

Never Ending Math Equation

1998

Whenever You See Fit

Whenever You See Fit

1998

Other People's Lives

Other People's Lives

1997

Birds vs. Worms

Birds vs. Worms

1997

A Life of Arctic Sounds

A Life of Arctic Sounds

1996

Broke

Broke

1996

Autumn Beds

Autumn Beds

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