We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank

Modest Mouse

We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank

RELEASED: March 20, 2007
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. March Into the Sea 3:30 2. Dashboard 4:06 3. Fire It Up 4:34 4. Florida 2:57 5. Parting of the Sensory 5:34 6. Missed the Boat 4:24 7. We’ve Got Everything 3:40 8. Fly Trapped in a Jar 4:29 9. Education 3:56 10. Little Motel 4:44 11. Steam Engenius 4:26 12. Spitting Venom 8:27 13. People as Places as People 3:42 14. Invisible 3:59
Historical Archive
We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank is the fifth studio album by American rock band Modest Mouse, released on March 20, 2007. The album showcases a blend of indie rock and experimental sounds, featuring intricate melodies, thoughtful lyrics, and a mix of electric and acoustic instrumentation. It is noted for its expansive sound and the incorporation of various musical styles, reflecting the band's evolution since their earlier works. The album received critical acclaim and is often regarded as one of the band's standout releases, solidifying their place in the alternative rock scene.