The Sound the Speed the Light

Mission of Burma

The Sound the Speed the Light

RELEASED: October 05, 2009
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. 1, 2, 3, Partyy! 2:46 2. Possession 4:27 3. Blunder 3:39 4. Forget Yourself 4:53 5. After the Rain 3:22 6. SSL 83 2:49 7. One Day We Will Live There 2:43 8. So Fuck It 2:46 9. Feed 3:49 10. Good Cheer 2:45 11. Comes Undone 3:08 12. Slow Faucet 4:27
Historical Archive
The Sound the Speed the Light is the third studio album by the influential American post-punk band Mission of Burma, released in 2006. The album marks a significant return after a long hiatus, showcasing the band's signature blend of angular guitar riffs, dynamic rhythms, and introspective lyrics. It received critical acclaim for its mature sound while retaining the raw energy that characterized their earlier work. The album is noted for its exploration of themes such as memory, loss, and the passage of time, contributing to the band's legacy as pioneers of the post-punk genre.