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The Attractions of Youth
Rock · 2017 · 9 tracks · 44m

The Attractions of Youth

Barns Courtney

A high-octane blend of bluesy grit and indie rock anthems. Barns Courtney's debut is a masterclass in stomp-and-clap energy and raw, soulful vocals.

September 29, 2017 · Capitol Records

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A high-energy, defiant celebration of youth with moments of gritty introspection.

Tracklist · 9 Tracks · 44m
04
Golden Dandelions
3:25
06
Hobo Rocket
3:08
07
Hobo Outside Tesco, London (interlude)
1:13
08
Champion
3:10
09
Kicks
3:15
10
Never Let You Down
3:58
11
Goodbye John Smith
3:47
13
Rather Die
3:13
14
The Attractions of Youth
3:24
Moments Worth Listening For
The explosive chorus of 'Kicks' where the energy reaches a fever pitch.
The raw, stripped-back vulnerability in 'Goodbye John Smith'.
The driving, rhythmic stomp of 'Golden Dandelions' that sets the album's tone.
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does The Attractions of Youth sound next to the rest of Barns Courtney's catalogue?

Freedom+4.0σ

The writing leans far further into freedom than the rest of the catalogue.

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