Citizen’s “Halcyon Blues” brings together the band’s full evolution across nearly two decades. Known for their refusal to stay within a single genre, Citizen have developed a sound that blends elements of emo, post-hardcore, alternative rock, and indie.
The album combines energetic songwriting with melodic depth, exploring themes of personal change, uncertainty, and growth. It balances emotional immediacy with a more reflective perspective, creating a cohesive and dynamic listening experience.
Recorded by Mat Kerekes in his home studio in Toledo and mixed by Tom Lorde-Alge, the album captures both the urgency of Citizen’s early work and the expanded sonic range of their later releases.
Across the tracklist, the band moves between driving rock songs and more atmospheric moments while maintaining a consistent identity.
Track Listing:
01. Good Fortune
02. I Can See You From Here
03. Halcyon Blues
04. Is It In My Brain
05. Always The Last One To Leave
06. Either Way
07. Matador
08. Ether
09. Smooth Talker
10. Highs And Lows
11. Anne
Pressing Information:
150 Spotlight (Run For Cover Magic Circle Vinyl Subscription)
850 Halcyon Blues (Run For Cover Exclusive)
1,000 Matador Red (Citizen Exclusive)
2,000 Good Fortune (First Run Club Indie Retail)
400 Highs And Lows (Going Underground / Wanna Hear It Exclusive)
400 Ether (BrooklynVegan Exclusive)
300 Smooth Talker (Rough Trade Exclusive)
2,500 Sea Glass
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c/o Thomas Riechert
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01099 Dresden
Germany
info@merchpit.com
