Black Market Music
Placebo · 2000
66 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · electronic rock
An audacious blend of glam rock and electronic elements wrapped in dark, provocative lyrics.
Why this album works
'Black Market Music' debuted at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Placebo's presence in the alternative rock scene. The album received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its experimental tracks like 'Taste in Men', which became a staple in their live performances and demonstrated their willingness to tackle controversial subjects.
- Best for
- gradual build to emotional climax darkly provocative lyrical themes engaging late-night introspection
- Context
- Released on May 8, 2000, 'Black Market Music' was Placebo's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Without You I'm Nothing' in 1998. This album showcased a shift towards more electronic influences and darker themes, marking a critical phase as they sought to redefine their sound amidst changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Muse· Ed Sheeran· Manic Street Preachers· Ellie Goulding· Depeche Mode· Bryan Adams· Gorillaz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taste in Men Standout 4:14
- 2 Days Before You Came 2:33
- 3 Special K Standout 3:52
- 4 Spite & Malice 3:37
- 5 Passive Aggressive 5:23
- 6 Black‐Eyed 3:48
- 7 Blue American 3:31
- 8 Slave to the Wage Standout 4:06
- 9 Commercial for Levi 2:20
- 10 Haemoglobin 3:46
- 11 Narcoleptic 4:22
- 12 Peeping Tom 5:19
- 13 Without You I’m Nothing 4:18
- 14 I Feel You / Black Market Blood 15:18
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