1000 Variations on the Same Song

by Ben Webster

1000 Variations on the Same Song cover art

Frog's sixth studio album, '1000 Variations on the Same Song', is a conceptual project built around the idea of iterating on a single musical theme. The record synthesizes the band's established lo-fi indie-rock with elements of alt-country, folk, and even a smoky lounge sound. Released in February 2025 following their return from hiatus, the album garnered significant critical praise, earning features as Stereogum's "Album of the Week" and charting as a top debut on the NACC 200.

Genres

  • Indie Rock
  • Indie Folk
  • Piano Rock

Tracklist

  1. STILLWELL THEME
  2. TOP OF THE POPS VAR. I
  3. DOOMSCROLLING VAR. II
  4. WHERE DO I SIGN VAR. III
  5. HOUSEBROKEN VAR. IV
  6. BLAMING IT ALL ON THE LIFESTYLE VAR. V
  7. JUST USE YR HIPS VAR. VI
  8. MIXTAPE LINER NOTES VAR. VII
  9. WHERE U FROM VAR. VIII
  10. DID SANTA COME VAR. IX
  11. ARTHUR MCBRIDE ON THE LOWER EAST SIDE VAR. X