After more than two decades since their last release, 12 Rods returns with If We Stayed Alive, a 2023 release on American Dreams Records that marks a bold new chapter for the beloved alternative rock act. In a remarkably personal approach, frontman and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Olcott recorded all seven tracks himself, channeling a bedroom-pop sensibility that feels surprisingly fresh while staying true to the band's roots.
The album traverses a wide emotional and sonic landscape, from the introspective indie musings of "All I Can Think About" to the grunge-tinged "Comfortable Situation" and the smooth, loungey textures of "The Beating." Rather than a straightforward reunion record, If We Stayed Alive is a reimagining — an intimate, genre-blending effort that positions 12 Rods as a project perfectly suited for today's musical landscape.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: American Dreams Records
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 07/07/2023
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TRACKS
A1. All I Can Think About
A2. My Year (This Is Going To Be)
A3. Private Spies
A4. Comfortable Situation
B1. The Beating
B2. Hide Without Delay
B3. Twice
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