Berlin
Art Zoyd · 1987
59 min · 7 tracks · rock music
A symphonic blend of rock and avant-garde, intertwining complex rhythms with haunting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Epithalame — This expansive track serves as an immersive introduction, blending orchestral arrangements with intricate percussion that sets the tone for the entire album's exploration of sound.
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A Drum, a Drum — This piece exemplifies the band's ability to fuse rhythmic complexity with emotional depth, showcasing a dynamic range that reflects their unique artistic vision.
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Baboon's Blood — With its shorter format, this track encapsulates the album's intensity through sharp contrasts in mood and instrumentation, making it a memorable highlight.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cinematic soundscapes for introspection
- long tracks inviting deep listening
- haunting melodies with tension release
- emotional crescendos that linger
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, short tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Berlin' was released in 1987, Art Zoyd was establishing themselves as a prominent force in the French avant-rock scene. This album followed their earlier works and showcased their evolution towards a more theatrical sound, making it a pivotal moment in their artistic development.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Henry Cow· The Muffins· Camel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Epithalame 20:14
- 2 Baboon's Blood 5:38
- 3 Petite Messe à l'usage des pharmaciens: Offertoire 3:13
- 4 Petite Messe à l'usage des pharmaciens: Kyrie 3:36
- 5 A Drum, a Drum 20:21
- 6 Petite Messe à l'usage des pharmaciens: Introït 3:01
- 7 Unsex Me Here 3:24
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