Description
American Football – American Football – Pink Vinyl Record
American Football is the self-titled debut studio album by the American indie rock band American Football. The album was originally released in 1999 and has since become a seminal work in the emo and indie rock genres.
The band American Football consists of members Mike Kinsella, Steve Holmes, and Steve Lamos. The album is known for its intricate and introspective sound, characterized by math rock-inspired guitar work, complex time signatures, and emotionally charged lyrics.
Some of the standout tracks from the album include “Silhouettes” and “Life Support” These songs are often cited as classic examples of the emo and indie rock sound of the late 1990s. The lyrics explore themes of nostalgia, relationships, and self-reflection.
The album’s iconic album cover, has become synonymous with the band and the genre itself, representing a sense of longing and suburban melancholy often found in their music.
American Football did not achieve commercial success upon its initial release, it gained a dedicated following over the years and is considered a highly influential work in the emo and indie rock movements. The band’s intricate instrumentation and emotionally resonant lyrics have made this album a favorite among fans of alternative and indie music.
In 2014, American Football reunited and released a second self-titled album, often referred to as “American Football (LP2),” which continued to explore the band’s signature sound. The band’s legacy and influence on the indie and emo scenes continue to be celebrated by fans and contemporary artists alike.
Marble Pink Sunset Vinyl. Bandbox exclusive variant
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal
Track Listing
Silhouettes
Every Wave To Ever Rise
Uncomfortably Numb
Heir Apparent
Doom In Full Bloom
I Can’t Feel You
Mine To Miss
Life Support
