Atlas Sound - The Shakes Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'The Shakes' by Atlas Sound?

   The song 'The Shakes' was written by Bradford Cox, the lead singer and songwriter for Atlas Sound.

2. Was 'The Shakes' performed live before the release of the Parallax album?

   Yes, 'The Shakes' was performed live by Bradford Cox as part of his Atlas Sound sets before its official release on the Parallax album.

3. Who handled the production duties for 'The Shakes'?

   Production duties for the album Parallax, which includes 'The Shakes,' were handled by Bradford Cox and Nicolas Vernhes, who had previously worked with Deerhunter.

4. When was the album Parallax, featuring 'The Shakes,' announced?

   The album Parallax was officially announced on August 24, 2011.

5. Did 'The Shakes' receive any notable recognition from music critics?

   Yes, 'The Shakes' and the Parallax album received positive reviews from various music critics, including a 'Best New Music' designation from Pitchfork.

6. What is unique about the cover artwork for the Parallax album featuring 'The Shakes'?

   The cover artwork for Parallax features a photograph of Bradford Cox taken by renowned photographer Mick Rock. Unlike previous Atlas Sound album covers, it does not feature faces obscured by a lens flare.