Description
Destroyer – Kaputt – Double Vinyl Record
Kaputt is the ninth studio album by the Canadian indie rock band Destroyer, released in 2011. The album is notable for its unique blend of genres, incorporating elements of smooth jazz, yacht rock, and soft rock into Destroyer’s indie rock sound.
Kaputt is characterized by its lush and sophisticated production, featuring smooth saxophones, intricate arrangements, and frontman Dan Bejar’s distinctive, crooning vocals. The album’s title track, ‘Kaputt,’ and songs like ‘Chinatown’ and ‘Blue Eyes’ are highlights that capture the album’s atmospheric and dreamy quality.
Lyrically, Kaputt explores themes of love, nostalgia, and existential contemplation, often with a sense of irony and poetic ambiguity. The album’s lyrics complement its musical sophistication, creating a unique listening experience.
Kaputt received critical acclaim upon its release and is regarded as one of Destroyer’s most celebrated albums. It marked a departure from their previous work and showcased their ability to experiment with different musical styles while maintaining Bejar’s lyrical depth and distinct artistic vision. The album’s fusion of genres and its dreamy, retro-inspired sound have resonated with fans of indie music.
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Gatefold Jacket
Track Listing
Chinatown
Blue Eyes
Savage Night At The Opera
Suicide Demo For Kara Walker
Poor In Love
Kaputt
Downtown
Song For America
Prelude (Estuary)
Nagel’s Marimba
The Laziest River
Palm Springs Life
Landing On Water
Bay Of Pigs (Detail)
