Good News for People Who Love Bad News
by Modest Mouse
Released: April 06, 2004
Alternative rock, indie rock
Why This Album Matters
This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.
The Album
"Good News for People Who Love Bad News" is the fourth studio album by American indie rock band Modest Mouse, released in 2004. "Good News for People Who Love Bad News" features Modest Mouse's signature blend of indie rock, alternative rock, and experimental music. The album showcases a diverse range of musical styles, from upbeat and energetic tracks to more introspective and atmospheric compositions.
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Notable tracks include "Float On," "Ocean Breathes Salty,"…
Notable tracks include "Float On," "Ocean Breathes Salty," and "The World at Large," all of which received significant airplay on alternative rock radio stations and helped to broaden Modest Mouse's fan base.
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Reception
The album received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its inventive songwriting, eclectic musical arrangements, and Isaac Brock's distinctive vocals. "Float On" in particular became a mainstream hit, reaching the top of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and earning widespread acclaim for its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics. The album marked a significant commercial breakthrough for the band, earning critical acclaim and spawning several hit singles.
The Complete Album Story
"Good News for People Who Love Bad News" is the fourth studio album by American indie rock band Modest Mouse, released in 2004. The album marked a significant commercial breakthrough for the band, earning critical acclaim and spawning several hit singles.
"Good News for People Who Love Bad News" features Modest Mouse's signature blend of indie rock, alternative rock, and experimental music. The album showcases a diverse range of musical styles, from upbeat and energetic tracks to more introspective and atmospheric compositions.
Notable tracks include "Float On," "Ocean Breathes Salty," and "The World at Large," all of which received significant airplay on alternative rock radio stations and helped to broaden Modest Mouse's fan base. "Float On" in particular became a mainstream hit, reaching the top of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and earning widespread acclaim for its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics.
The album received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its inventive songwriting, eclectic musical arrangements, and Isaac Brock's distinctive vocals. "Good News for People Who Love Bad News" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album and won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song for "Float On."
Overall, "Good News for People Who Love Bad News" remains one of Modest Mouse's most successful and beloved albums, solidifying their reputation as one of the most innovative and influential bands in indie rock. It continues to be celebrated by fans and critics alike for its timeless appeal and enduring influence on the alternative music scene.
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