Blues Funeral
Mark Lanegan · 2012
55 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · grunge
Dark, brooding melodies intertwine with haunting vocals and stark lyrical imagery, creating an atmospheric exploration of loss and longing.
Why this album works
Upon its release, 'Blues Funeral' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 16 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It has been praised for its introspective themes and moody soundscapes, contributing to Lanegan's reputation as a key voice in the genre and influencing subsequent artists within the alternative rock scene.
- Career context
- By the time 'Blues Funeral' was released in 2012, Mark Lanegan was already an established figure in alternative rock, known for his work with Screaming Trees and Queens of the Stone Age. This album marked his first full-length release following a series of collaborations and was seen as a significant return to form that showcased his distinctive voice and songwriting prowess.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Gravedigger’s Song Standout 3:43
- 2 Bleeding Muddy Water Standout 6:17
- 3 Gray Goes Black 4:10
- 4 St Louis Elegy 4:33
- 5 Riot in My House 3:53
- 6 Ode to Sad Disco Standout 6:23
- 7 Phantasmagoria Blues 3:15
- 8 Quiver Syndrome 4:03
- 9 Harborview Hospital 4:31
- 10 Leviathan 4:22
- 11 Deep Black Vanishing Train 3:06
- 12 Tiny Grain of Truth 7:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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