Children of God
Swans · 1987
71 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · post-punk
A visceral exploration of spirituality and desire, blending haunting melodies with abrasive soundscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on October 19, 1987, 'Children of God' marks a pivotal moment in Swans' evolution as it followed their aggressive noise rock phase and introduced more melodic elements. This album is often viewed as a significant transitional work for the band, showcasing Michael Gira's deepening lyrical themes and embracing a broader range of instrumentation.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive rock, post-punk
Children of God is an album by Swans, released in 1987. A visceral exploration of spirituality and desire, blending haunting melodies with abrasive soundscapes. 'Children of God' received critical acclaim and is credited with influencing the post-rock movement, particularly due to its atmospheric depth and emotional intensity. The album reached notable positions in various charts and has since been recognized as one of Swans' essential works, solidifying their status as avant-garde pioneers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Children of God sound like?
A visceral exploration of spirituality and desire, blending haunting melodies with abrasive soundscapes. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.
What makes Children of God by Swans notable?
'Children of God' received critical acclaim and is credited with influencing the post-rock movement, particularly due to its atmospheric depth and emotional intensity. The album reached notable positions in various charts and has since been recognized as one of Swans' essential works, solidifying their status as avant-garde pioneers. Released on October 19, 1987, 'Children of God' marks a pivotal moment in Swans' evolution as it followed their aggressive noise rock phase and introduced more melodic elements. This album is often viewed as a significant transitional work for the band, showcasing Michael Gira's deepening lyrical themes and embracing a broader range of instrumentation.
Who is Children of God for?
Children of God works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Children of God?
Children of God has 14 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Mind 5:13
- 2 In My Garden 5:34
- 3 Our Love Lies 5:50
- 4 Sex, God, Sex Standout 6:49
- 5 Blood and Honey 4:46
- 6 Like a Drug (Sha La La La) 5:35
- 7 You’re Not Real, Girl 4:21
- 8 Beautiful Child Standout 5:16
- 9 Blackmail 3:33
- 10 Trust Me 4:27
- 11 [untitled] 0:57
- 12 Real Love 6:23
- 13 Blind Love 7:46
- 14 Children of God Standout 4:34
Release Date
October 19, 1987
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
71 min 11 sec
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