Abandoned Dancehall Dreams
Tim Bowness · 2014
78 min · 16 tracks · art rock
A contemplative blend of art rock and atmospheric soundscapes woven with introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
'Abandoned Dancehall Dreams' received positive critical reception, showcasing Bowness's unique blend of introspection and musical experimentation. The album's dreamlike quality and thematic depth resonated well within the progressive rock community, making significant waves in niche music circles.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with reflective moments introspective themes for quiet evenings exploration of nostalgia and longing
- Context
- In 2014, Tim Bowness released 'Abandoned Dancehall Dreams' as his third solo album, following his 2008 effort 'My Hotel Year'. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his identity as a prominent figure in the UK art rock scene, following successful collaborations with bands such as No-Man and his growing reputation as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· Nikolai Noskov· Peter Gabriel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Warm‐Up Man Forever 4:07
- 2 Smiler at 50 Standout 8:19
- 3 Songs of Distant Summers 5:02
- 4 Waterfoot 4:14
- 5 Dancing for You Standout 5:59
- 6 Smiler at 52 4:05
- 7 I Fought Against the South Standout 8:51
- 8 Beaten by Love 3:30
Disc 2
- 1 There Were Days (Smiler at 52, Grasscut mix) 4:53
- 2 Sounds of Distant Summers (Songs of Distant Summers, Richard Barbieri mix) 5:31
- 3 Singing for You (Dancing for You, UXB mix) 4:42
- 4 Abandoned Dancehall Dream 2:25
- 5 The Sweetest Bitter Pill 3:51
- 6 The Warm‐Up Man Forever (band version) 4:15
- 7 Songs of Distant Summers, Part 1 (band version) 4:55
- 8 Songs of Distant Summers, Part 2 (band version) 3:59
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