Modest Mouse's 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News' Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Exclusive Release Coming April 7th
Modest Mouse's critically acclaimed album 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News' is approaching its 20th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the band is releasing an expanded edition of the album on April 7th, 2023, via Epic Records.
New Features
The expanded edition of 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News' features eight bonus tracks, including:
- The original demo version of "Float On"
- Outtake "Sugar Boats"
- Live performances of "Ocean Breathes Salty" and "The World at Large"
- A cover of "Suicide Is Painless" by The Mash
Critical Acclaim
'Good News for People Who Love Bad News' has received widespread critical praise since its release in 2004. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album and has been ranked among the greatest albums of all time by various publications.
In a review for Rolling Stone, Rob Sheffield lauded the album's "melodic genius" and "lyrical brilliance." Pitchfork called it "a record that will endure long after its initial impact has faded."
Influence on Indie Rock
'Good News for People Who Love Bad News' had a profound impact on the indie rock scene. Indie rockers embraced the album's unique blend of post-punk, emo, and psychedelic influences, and it has influenced a generation of bands.
The album's single "Float On" became a mainstream hit, reaching number 14 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song has been widely celebrated for its infectious melody and evocative lyrics, and it remains one of Modest Mouse's most popular songs.
2024 Tour
To further celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News,' Modest Mouse has announced a 2024 North American tour. The tour will kick off on May 2nd in Vancouver, British Columbia, and will conclude on June 2nd in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Tickets for the tour go on sale on Friday, February 10th. For more information, visit the band's official website: https://modestmouse.com/.
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