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The Postal Service

Give Up [ CD / Album ]

Give Up

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  • Released Date: 08 Apr 2013

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Ah, The Postal Service. The band that taught us all the importance of checking our mailboxes regularly in case we missed a love letter set to catchy electronic beats. Give Up, their debut album, is a true gem in the indie music scene, like finding a rare stamp in a pile of junk mail.

From the opening track "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" to the upbeat anthem "Such Great Heights", every song on this album is a little treasure waiting to be discovered. Ben Gibbard's melancholic vocals combined with Jimmy Tamborello's dreamy production create a sound that is both nostalgic and futuristic, like receiving a postcard from the future.

The standout track "We Will Become Silhouettes" is a hauntingly beautiful ballad that will have you hitting repeat before you've even had a chance to check your post. And let's not forget "Nothing Better", a duet with Jenny Lewis that perfectly captures the angst and awkwardness of failed relationships.

With its bittersweet lyrics and infectious melodies, Give Up is the perfect soundtrack for late-night drives or staring wistfully out of train windows. So, grab your headphones, a cup of tea, and settle down with this album for a musical journey that will have you longing for a time when snail mail was the norm.

In a world of instant messaging and fast-paced living, The Postal Service reminds us to slow down, take a moment, and appreciate the beauty of a well-crafted letter. Give Up is a love letter to music lovers everywhere, and one that will stand the test of time, just like a classic postage stamp.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. The District Sleeps Alone Tonight
2. Such Great Heights
3. Sleeping In
4. Nothing Better
5. Recycled Air
6. Clark Gable
7. We Will Become Silhouettes
8. This Place Is a Prison
9. Brand New Colony
10. Natural Anthem


Disc: 2
1. Turn Around
2. A Tattered Line of String
3. Be Still My Heart
4. There's Never Enough Time
5. Suddenly Everything Has Changed
6. Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)
7. Grow Old With Me
8. Such Great Heights (John Tejada Remix)
9. The District Sleeps Alone Tonight (DJ Downfall Persistent Beat Mix)
10. Be Still My Heart (Nobody Remix)
11. We Will Become Silhouettes (Matthew Dear Remix)
12. Nothing Better (Styrofoam Remix)
13. Recycled Air
14. We Will Become Silhouettes
15. Such Great Heights

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The Postal Service

The Postal Service are the indie-electronic duo that broke the mould and captured the hearts of music lovers worldwide. Consisting of Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie and producer Jimmy Tamborello, this unlikely pairing created an album that defined a generation. Their debut album, "Give Up", released in 2003, is a sonic masterpiece that seamlessly blends Gibbard's emotive lyricism with Tamborello's dreamy electronic production. Tracks like "Such Great Heights" and "Clark Gable" became anthems for a new wave of indie kids, drawing comparisons to the likes of New Order and The Postal Service's labelmates, Dntel. But what sets The Postal Service apart from their contemporaries is their ability to transcend genre boundaries. They effortlessly combine elements of indie, electronic, and pop to create a sound that is uniquely their own. It's no wonder that "Give Up" has gained cult status and continues to influence a new generation of musicians. Live, The Postal Service are a rare treat. With their intricate electronic setup and Gibbard's raw, emotive vocals, their performances are intimate yet electrifying. It's like watching two musical geniuses at work, creating magic right before your eyes. So, whether you're reminiscing about the early 2000s or discovering The Postal Service for the first time, one thing is for certain: their music is timeless. And as long as people crave heartfelt lyrics and infectious beats, The Postal Service will always hold a special place in our hearts.

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