Altamira cover

Released 10 years ago

Altamira

Mark Knopfler · 2016

26 min · 10 tracks · blues rock · country rock · Celtic rock

A reflective journey through delicate melodies, intertwining Knopfler's storytelling with evocative instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling through melodies
  • short bursts of emotional depth
  • delicate instrumentals for quiet moments
  • narrative arc in brief form

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
  • seek high-energy, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon the release of 'Altamira' in 2016, Mark Knopfler was in a phase of artistic exploration, following his 2015 album 'Tracker'. This soundtrack showcases his continued evolution as a solo artist after decades as frontman of Dire Straits, highlighting his ability to craft narrative-driven compositions for film.
Stylistic neighbors
Dire Straits· James Taylor· Lyle Lovett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Altamira 2:59
  • 2 Maria 3:34
  • 3 Dream of the Bison 2:53
  • 4 By the Grave 2:00
  • 5 Onward 2:01
  • 6 Marcelino’s Despair 2:28
  • 7 Farewell to the Bison 2:23
  • 8 This Is Science 2:00
  • 9 Glory of the Cave 2:07
  • 10 Farewell to Altamira 3:35

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