The Lonesome Crowded West

Modest Mouse

The Lonesome Crowded West

RELEASED: November 18, 1997
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Teeth Like God’s Shoeshine 6:53 2. Heart Cooks Brain 4:02 3. Convenient Parking 4:08 4. Baby Blue Sedan 4:04 5. Jesus Christ Was an Only Child 2:36 6. Doin’ the Cockroach 4:18 7. Cowboy Dan 6:14 8. Trailer Trash 5:49
Historical Archive
The Lonesome Crowded West is the second studio album by American rock band Modest Mouse, released on November 18, 1997. The album showcases a blend of indie rock with elements of post-hardcore and folk, characterized by its introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation. It is often celebrated for its raw sound and has gained a cult following, influencing a generation of indie rock bands. The album's themes revolve around alienation, the American landscape, and social commentary, reflecting the band's unique perspective on life in the Pacific Northwest.