12 (Sloan album)

12 is the twelfth studio album by the Canadian rock band Sloan, released on April 6, 2018. The album is notable for containing twelve songs, each written by a different band member. The four members of Sloan (Chris Murphy, Patrick Pentland, Jay Ferguson, and Andrew Scott) each wrote three songs for the album, showcasing their individual songwriting styles and contributions to the band's overall sound. 12 received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its consistent songwriting quality and diverse musical styles, highlighting the band's enduring creative vitality. It was released on the Yep Roc Records label. The album title is a direct reference to its track listing and the band's status as a four-member group each contributing an equal share of compositions.