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Be Opened by the Wonderful – 40 Years Orchestrated

James · 2023

90 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock

Orchestral arrangements intertwine with alternative rock, creating a lush soundscape that reimagines classic tracks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with varied pacing
  • wave-like emotional crescendos
  • reflective moments in orchestration
  • immersive listening for contemplation
  • nostalgic reimagining of classics

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy dance music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 9, 2023, 'Be Opened by the Wonderful – 40 Years Orchestrated' represents James' celebration of their four-decade career. This album follows their prior release, 'All the Colours of You' (2021), and showcases a significant artistic evolution through orchestral reinterpretations of their beloved songs.
Stylistic neighbors
The Verve· Oasis· Radiohead

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Sometimes 6:04
  • 2 Love Make a Fool 4:46
  • 3 We’re Gonna Miss You 4:32
  • 4 Tomorrow 4:21
  • 5 The Lake 5:16
  • 6 She’s a Star 3:55
  • 7 Lookaway 3:59
  • 8 Sit Down 4:38
  • 9 Alaskan Pipeline 6:00

Disc 2

  • 1 Someone’s Got It in for Me 4:35
  • 2 Hey Ma 4:44
  • 3 Hello 4:51
  • 4 Beautiful Beaches 3:24
  • 5 Why So Close 1:43
  • 6 Medieval 4:14
  • 7 Hymn From a Village 3:37
  • 8 Say Something 4:54
  • 9 Top of the World 4:53
  • 10 Moving On 6:25
  • 11 Laid 3:40

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