Released 30 years ago
Blissard
Motorpsycho · 1996
53 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A sprawling blend of progressive rock and psychedelia infused with intricate melodies and raw emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sinful, Wind-borne — Opening with soaring melodies, this track sets the stage for the album’s exploration of existential themes and showcases the band's unique sonic layering.
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's Numbness — This song captures the essence of disconnection through its haunting instrumentation and lyrical introspection, reflecting a pivotal moment in the album’s narrative.
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Fools Gold — With its catchy hooks and thought-provoking lyrics, this track balances accessibility and depth, representing the band's knack for melding complexity with melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Blissard showcases intricate compositions and dynamic arrangements, solidifying Motorpsycho's unique sound within progressive rock.
What we noticed
- The album features extended tracks, with several exceeding six minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes and motifs.
- The use of layered instrumentation, including strings and varied guitar effects, contributes to a rich sonic texture throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sprawling exploration of soundscapes
- ethereal vocals for introspective moments
- patient unfolding with rich detail
- captivating layered instrumentation
- thoughtful journeys through diverse themes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a period of experimentation following earlier acclaimed work.
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Blissard marked Motorpsycho's fifth studio album and showcased a period of experimentation following their acclaimed album, Angels and Daemons at Play. The band was solidifying their identity within the Norwegian rock scene, blending diverse influences while gaining a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mars Volta· Porcupine Tree· Opeth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sinful, Wind-borne 5:21
- 2 ≪Drug Thing≫ 4:37
- 3 Greener 6:13
- 4 's Numbness 3:57
- 5 The Nerve Tattoo 4:02
- 6 True Middle 4:51
- 7 S.T.G. 9:45
- 8 Manmower 4:15
- 9 Fools Gold 3:55
- 10 Nathan Daniel's Tune From Hawaii 6:11
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
De-Loused in the Comatorium
The Mars Volta
Shares the same progressive rock complexity and emotional intensity with psychedelic undertones.
Stupid Dream
Porcupine Tree
Combines intricate melodies and a similar blend of rock and psychedelia with introspective themes.
The Light
Spock's Beard
Features sprawling compositions and intricate arrangements akin to the progressive rock sound of Blissard.
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