A Short Album About Love
The Divine Comedy · 1997
48 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · Britpop · baroque pop
A whimsical blend of orchestral pop and introspective lyrics that captures the complexities of love.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its critical acclaim, particularly noted in publications like NME and The Guardian, which praised its lush arrangements and lyrical wit. Its position on the UK Albums Chart also underscored the rising popularity of The Divine Comedy within the Britpop movement, further influencing subsequent artists with its unique sound.
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'A Short Album About Love' was The Divine Comedy's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Casanova' in 1996. At this point, frontman Neil Hannon was solidifying his reputation as a distinctive songwriter, balancing humor and melancholy while exploring themes of romance and relationships.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Duran Duran· Manic Street Preachers· Muse· Ellie Goulding· Gorillaz· Bryan Adams· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Pursuit of Happiness Standout 3:31
- 2 Everybody Knows (Except You) 3:48
- 3 Someone 5:58
- 4 If… 4:25
- 5 If I Were You (I’d Be Through With Me) 4:41
- 6 Timewatching Standout 4:42
- 7 I’m All You Need 5:49
- 8 Motorway to Damascus 4:22
- 9 Love Is Lighter Than Air 3:52
- 10 Birds of Paradise Farm 3:53
- 11 Make It Easy on Yourself 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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