"Lisbon" offers a sprawling, ambitious statement from The Walkmen, leaning into atmospheric textures and expansive song structures. It represented a sonic deepening after their more concise prior work.
- "Lisbon" was recorded over several sessions in upstate New York with producer Jonathan Wilson.
- The album's lead single, "Angela," became a fan favorite, though it did not chart.
- The Walkmen supported "Lisbon" with extensive touring throughout late 2010 and 2011.
The Walkmen were a New York City indie rock band formed in 2000, known for their tightly wound, often dramatic sound. By 2010's "Lisbon," they had settled into a more expansive, atmospheric style, finding a new home on the Bella Union label.
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