Cigarettes After Sex — X–39’s Zip
While their self-titled 2017 debut and 2019’s Cry were mosaics built from various past relationships, X's takes a much more focused narrative path. The entire record documents a single, slow-burning romance that spanned four years. The title itself evokes a sense of looking back at past relationships, crossing out calendar days, and the bittersweet mark of an "ex." Official Tracklist Breakdown
The official Cigarettes After Sex Bandcamp Store allows users to purchase the album directly. Buying here provides an instant download of the complete album in flexible, high-fidelity formats (MP3, FLAC, ALAC, WAV) packed cleanly into a secure download folder.
Highlighted by fans as a standout track for its melancholic vibe.
The album, which can be explored in high-res on platforms like Qobuz or streamed on Deezer , consists of ten tracks, each contributing to a cohesive narrative:
X's: The title track sets the tone with its rhythmic simplicity and lyrical focus on physical intimacy and loss.
While maintaining the essence of their earlier work, X's explores a slightly more polished, cinematic feel, focusing heavily on the intimate details of relationships—the "sex, sadness, and solitude" that often define their lyricism. Key Tracks on X's
was inspired by the famous "crucifix" photos of Marilyn Monroe taken by Bert Stern in 1962. Availability : You can find official merchandise at Forward Merch or browse fan-made designs on platforms like Cigarettes After Sex Store
In July 2024, they released their third studio album, X's , through Partisan Records. The album explores themes of romance, intimacy, and love, with frontman Greg Gonzalez describing the writing process as confronting a "brutal" personal loss. This album not only solidified their status as global indie acts but also inspired a wave of new merchandise, clothing, and art that captures the album's raw, imagistic spirit.
X’s received generally positive reviews from music critics upon its release. AllMusic’s Heather Phares noted that “Cigarettes After Sex’s music may feel as wispy as a fading memory, but it’s also surprisingly enduring” . Critics praised the album’s consistency and emotional resonance, even if some noted that it doesn’t break significant new ground for the band . One review from Wonderland Magazine described the album as “brutal and magical,” establishing the group as a contemporary legend .
Cigarettes After Sex — X–39’s Zip
While their self-titled 2017 debut and 2019’s Cry were mosaics built from various past relationships, X's takes a much more focused narrative path. The entire record documents a single, slow-burning romance that spanned four years. The title itself evokes a sense of looking back at past relationships, crossing out calendar days, and the bittersweet mark of an "ex." Official Tracklist Breakdown
The official Cigarettes After Sex Bandcamp Store allows users to purchase the album directly. Buying here provides an instant download of the complete album in flexible, high-fidelity formats (MP3, FLAC, ALAC, WAV) packed cleanly into a secure download folder.
Highlighted by fans as a standout track for its melancholic vibe.
The album, which can be explored in high-res on platforms like Qobuz or streamed on Deezer , consists of ten tracks, each contributing to a cohesive narrative:
X's: The title track sets the tone with its rhythmic simplicity and lyrical focus on physical intimacy and loss.
While maintaining the essence of their earlier work, X's explores a slightly more polished, cinematic feel, focusing heavily on the intimate details of relationships—the "sex, sadness, and solitude" that often define their lyricism. Key Tracks on X's
was inspired by the famous "crucifix" photos of Marilyn Monroe taken by Bert Stern in 1962. Availability : You can find official merchandise at Forward Merch or browse fan-made designs on platforms like Cigarettes After Sex Store
In July 2024, they released their third studio album, X's , through Partisan Records. The album explores themes of romance, intimacy, and love, with frontman Greg Gonzalez describing the writing process as confronting a "brutal" personal loss. This album not only solidified their status as global indie acts but also inspired a wave of new merchandise, clothing, and art that captures the album's raw, imagistic spirit.
X’s received generally positive reviews from music critics upon its release. AllMusic’s Heather Phares noted that “Cigarettes After Sex’s music may feel as wispy as a fading memory, but it’s also surprisingly enduring” . Critics praised the album’s consistency and emotional resonance, even if some noted that it doesn’t break significant new ground for the band . One review from Wonderland Magazine described the album as “brutal and magical,” establishing the group as a contemporary legend .
