The Shins – Oh, Inverted World

Oh, Inverted World is one of those quietly revolutionary albums.

Released in 2001, The Shins’ debut brought a fresh breeze to indie pop with shimmering melodies, cryptic lyrics and a lo-fi charm that felt both intimate and otherworldly. Tracks like “New Slang” became generational anthems, but it’s the album’s delicate balance of sweetness and melancholy that gives it lasting resonance. A subtle classic that continues to reveal new depths with every listen.