The debut album from The Decemberists, "The Tain," is a short, sharp burst of indie rock that hinted at the literary ambitions to come. Its compact runtime and raw energy stand in contrast to their later, more elaborate work.
- "The Tain" was released on March 4, 2004, by the Spanish label Acuarela.
- The album runs just under 30 minutes and features six tracks.
- Allmusic notes the album's "swashbuckling" and "rollicking" sound.
The Decemberists are a Portland, Oregon-based band known for their literate, folk-inflected indie rock. In 2004, they were still a relatively new act, carving out a niche with their distinctive sound and literary allusions.
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