Blood
Stan Ridgway · 2003
54 min · 14 tracks · new wave
A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and narrative-driven lyrics that evoke vivid imagery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- haunting soundscapes for deep focus
- wave-like pacing encourages reflection
- vivid imagery for imaginative listening
- late-night solitude with atmospheric depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'Blood' marked Stan Ridgway's return to solo work after his 1991 album 'Mosaic.' At this point in his career, he was navigating a post-new wave landscape while continuing to explore themes of Americana through a storytelling lens. This album came after a decade-long hiatus from releasing solo material, showcasing an evolution in his sound and narrative complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wall of Voodoo· The B-52's· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Entrance 5:50
- 2 Drips 2:59
- 3 Baptism of Jajo 4:49
- 4 Wound 4:53
- 5 40 3:01
- 6 Fountain 2:42
- 7 Rose 3:08
- 8 Lincoln’s Head 3:59
- 9 Manus Christi 2:02
- 10 The Cloven Bunny 2:00
- 11 Night Visit 6:21
- 12 Weeping 2:20
- 13 Blood Suite in Four Movements 6:27
- 14 Exit 3:27
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