Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale
John Cale · 1999
68 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · classical · folk rock
An eclectic blend of avant-garde melodies and folk-infused narratives that encapsulate Cale's diverse artistry.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks thoughtful narratives for reflective moments late-night introspection and contemplation
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale' serves as a retrospective compilation during a period when Cale was re-establishing his influence after years of fluctuating visibility. This album arrives following his 1996 release 'Walking on Locusts', marking his transition into a more accessible form of his experimental sound while showcasing his extensive catalog.
- If you like
- alternative rock, classical, folk rock
Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale is an album by John Cale, released in 1999. An eclectic blend of avant-garde melodies and folk-infused narratives that encapsulate Cale's diverse artistry. This compilation album is significant for introducing new listeners to John Cale's multifaceted career, having received positive critical reception for its selection of tracks that span various genres. It helped solidify Cale's legacy in the alternative rock scene, demonstrating his influence on subsequent artists and movements within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale sound like?
An eclectic blend of avant-garde melodies and folk-infused narratives that encapsulate Cale's diverse artistry. Rooted in alternative rock and classical.
What makes Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale by John Cale notable?
This compilation album is significant for introducing new listeners to John Cale's multifaceted career, having received positive critical reception for its selection of tracks that span various genres. It helped solidify Cale's legacy in the alternative rock scene, demonstrating his influence on subsequent artists and movements within the genre. Released in 1999, 'Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale' serves as a retrospective compilation during a period when Cale was re-establishing his influence after years of fluctuating visibility. This album arrives following his 1996 release 'Walking on Locusts', marking his transition into a more accessible form of his experimental sound while showcasing his extensive catalog.
Who is Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale for?
Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, thoughtful narratives for reflective moments and late-night introspection and contemplation.
How many songs are on Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale?
Close Watch: An Introduction to John Cale has 16 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paris 1919 Standout 4:06
- 2 Mr Wilson 3:17
- 3 Leaving It Up to You 4:33
- 4 Dying on the Vine 3:58
- 5 Guts Standout 3:29
- 6 Set Me Free 4:12
- 7 Heartbreak Hotel Standout 3:12
- 8 Ship of Fools 4:38
- 9 Cable Hogue 3:28
- 10 Gun 8:07
- 11 Riverbank 6:25
- 12 Child's Christmas in Wales 3:20
- 13 Fear Is a Man's Best Friend 3:52
- 14 If You Were Still Around 3:28
- 15 Wilson Joliet 4:25
- 16 I Keep a Close Watch 3:26
Release Date
April 20, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
68 min 5 sec
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