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Ceremonials

Florence + the Machine · 2011

72 min · 16 tracks · indie rock · art rock

Ethereal soundscapes merge with powerful vocals, creating a haunting and dramatic atmosphere throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • wave-like pacing and builds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 28, 2011, 'Ceremonials' was Florence + the Machine's second studio album, following their breakthrough debut 'Lungs' in 2009. At this point in her career, Florence Welch had solidified her place in the music scene, building on the critical and commercial success of her first album, which had earned multiple awards and nominations.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Only If for a Night 4:58
  • 2 Shake It Out 4:38
  • 3 What the Water Gave Me 5:33
  • 4 Never Let Me Go 4:31
  • 5 Breaking Down 3:49
  • 6 Lover to Lover 4:03
  • 7 No Light, No Light 4:35
  • 8 Seven Devils 5:03
  • 9 Heartlines 5:02
  • 10 Spectrum 5:12
  • 11 All This and Heaven Too 4:06
  • 12 Leave My Body 4:40
  • 13 Remain Nameless 4:03
  • 14 Strangeness and Charm 5:17
  • 15 Bedroom Hymns 3:03
  • 16 What the Water Gave Me (demo) 3:54

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