The Suburbs is Arcade Fire's third studio album, released in 2010. A reflection on themes of nostalgia, the complexities of growing up, and the changing face of suburban life, the album blends elements of rock, pop, and new wave. The production is more polished compared to their earlier works, yet retains the emotional depth and energetic performances that define the band. The Suburbs earned widespread acclaim for its exploration of personal and societal themes and went on to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. The album includes standout tracks like "Ready to Start," "We Used to Wait," and "Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)."
Tracklist
Side A
A1. The Suburbs
A2. Ready To Start
A3. Modern Man
A4. Rococo
Side B
B5. Empty Room
B6. City With No Children
B7. Half Light I
B8. Half Light II (No Celebration)
Side C
C9. Month Of May
C10. Wasted Hours
C11. Deep Blue
C12. We Used To Wait
Side D
D13. Sprawl I (Flatland)
D14. Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)
D15. Suburban War
D16. The Suburbs (Continued)
Sony
2017
2LP
Black
88985462631
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