Close-Up Vol. 3, States of Being
Suzanne Vega · 2011
44 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
Intimate storytelling intertwines with minimalist instrumentation, revealing the complexities of human emotion.
Why this album works
The album demonstrates Vega's enduring appeal, receiving positive critical reception and helping to reintroduce her music to a new generation. Additionally, it highlights her ability to reflect on personal themes and societal issues, further solidifying her influence within the singer-songwriter genre.
- Best for
- intimate storytelling experiences reflective, contemplative listening emotional depth and nuance
- Context
- By the time 'Close-Up Vol. 3, States of Being' was released in 2011, Suzanne Vega had established herself as a prominent figure in alternative rock since her debut in the mid-1980s. This album is part of her 'Close-Up' series, which reinterprets her classic songs with new arrangements, showcasing her ongoing evolution as an artist and her commitment to revisiting past work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Linkin Park· Green Day· Beck· R.E.M.· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Undertow 3:31
- 2 When Heroes Go Down 2:06
- 3 My Favorite Plum Standout 2:38
- 4 Solitude Standing Standout 3:59
- 5 Cracking 2:58
- 6 Last Year's Troubles 3:08
- 7 Solitaire 2:15
- 8 Tombstone 2:47
- 9 Blood Makes Noise Standout 3:05
- 10 50-50 Chance 2:48
- 11 Penitent 4:08
- 12 Straight Lines 4:03
- 13 Pornographer's Dream 3:31
- 14 Instant of the Hour After 3:11
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