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A Distant Shore

Tracey Thorn · 1982

23 min · 8 tracks · indie pop

A wistful blend of indie pop melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wistful nostalgia for lost moments
  • short bursts of introspective reflection
  • ideal for quiet afternoon listening
  • front-loaded emotional resonance
  • easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for extended listening sessions
  • prefer high-energy, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'A Distant Shore' was released in September 1982, Tracey Thorn was establishing her voice as a solo artist after her work with the duo Everything But The Girl. This album followed their debut 'Eden' and marked Thorn's transition from collaborative efforts to a more personal exploration of sound and themes in her music.
Stylistic neighbors
Beth Orton· Lana Del Rey· Fiona Apple

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Small Town Girl 3:57
  • 2 Simply Couldn’t Care 2:48
  • 3 Seascape 2:38
  • 4 Femme Fatale 2:41
  • 5 Dreamy 2:56
  • 6 Plain Sailing 2:07
  • 7 New Opened Eyes 2:57
  • 8 Too Happy 3:09

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