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Consequences

Peter Hammill · 2012

50 min · 10 tracks · rock music

A contemplative exploration of lyrical depth set against minimalist yet emotive instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • patient unfolding of themes
  • evening solitude with reflections
  • thoughtful engagement with lyrics

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat or fast-paced
  • prefer standalone catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon the release of 'Consequences' in 2012, Peter Hammill was in the latter part of his career, having already established himself as a pioneering figure in progressive rock since the early 1970s. This album followed a decade of sporadic releases and marked a return to more intimate songwriting after the experimental tendencies of previous works.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Eat My Words, Bite My Tongue 5:29
  • 2 That Wasn't What I Said 5:18
  • 3 Constantly Overheard 4:18
  • 4 New Pen-Pal 4:04
  • 5 Close to Me 4:05
  • 6 All the Tiredness 5:54
  • 7 Perfect Pose 7:02
  • 8 Scissors 5:17
  • 9 Bravest Face 4:39
  • 10 A Run of Luck 3:55

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